Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
fruticosum
ID:
387670

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dammer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Kunene-Sambesi-Exped. [Warburg] 231, nomen. 1903 [May 1903]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387002

Common Names

  • Oxygonum fruticosum
  • Shrubby Oxygonum
  • Oxygonum

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Description

Oxygonum fruticosum (also called Himalayan Knotweed, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that is native to the Himalayan region. It has long, slender stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Oxygonum fruticosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves can be used in salads, while the flowers can be used to make a tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxygonum fruticosum is a small, yellowish-white spikelet, with a single flower at the top. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxygonum fruticosum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Oxygonum fruticosum

Oxygonum fruticosum can be found in the high Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.

Oxygonum fruticosum FAQ

What is the growth rate of Oxygonum fruticosum?

Oxygonum fruticosum grows at a slow to moderate rate.

What is the ideal soil type for Oxygonum fruticosum?

Oxygonum fruticosum prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

What is the ideal climate for Oxygonum fruticosum?

Oxygonum fruticosum prefers a warm, dry climate with full sun exposure.

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References