Oxygonum limbatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
limbatum
ID:
387682
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.A.Graham
Source:
cmp
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 12: 165 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387014
Common Names
- Oxygonum limbatum
- Limbate Oxygonum
- Oxygonum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oxygonum limbatum (also called Lobe-leaved Knotweed, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It has long, slender stems and small, lobed leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Oxygonum limbatum 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 limbatum is small, white and star-shaped. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oxygonum limbatum 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 limbatum
Oxygonum limbatum can be found in the high Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.
Oxygonum limbatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxygonum limbatum?
Oxygonum limbatum
What is the common name of Oxygonum limbatum?
Limbate Oxygonum
What is the habitat of Oxygonum limbatum?
It is found in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Oxygonum genus
Oxygonum buchananii, Oxygonum delagoense, Oxygonum auriculatum, Oxygonum atriplicifolium, Oxygonum annuum, Oxygonum alatum, Oxygonum acetosella, Oxygonum stuhlmannii, Oxygonum sinuatum, Oxygonum salicifolium, Oxygonum fruticosum, Oxygonum gramineum, Oxygonum pachybasis, Oxygonum lineare, Oxygonum limbatum, Oxygonum dregeanum, Oxygonum sagittatum, Oxygonum subfastigiatum, Oxygonum schliebenii, Oxygonum leptopus, Oxygonum hirtum, Oxygonum ellipticum, Oxygonum magdalenae, Oxygonum lobatum,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2394183: Based on the initial data import
Rex Alan Graham (1915-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Graham' in the authors string.