Oxygonum sinuatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinuatum
ID:
387668
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dammer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(1a): 30 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387000
Common Names
- Oxygonum sinuatum
- Sinuate Oxygonum
- Oxygonum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oxygonum sinuatum (also called Chinese 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, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Oxygonum sinuatum 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 sinuatum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oxygonum sinuatum 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 sinuatum
Oxygonum sinuatum can be found in the high Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.
Oxygonum sinuatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxygonum sinuatum?
Oxygonum sinuatum
What is the common name of Oxygonum sinuatum?
Sinuate Oxygonum
Where is Oxygonum sinuatum native to?
Australia
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-2394162: Based on the initial data import
Carl Lebrecht Udo Dammer (1860-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dammer' in the authors string.