Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
acetosum
ID:
489035

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Bieb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas. 1: 304 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488367

Common Names

  • Polygonum acetosum
  • Sour Bindweed
  • Sour Knotgrass

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Synonyms

  • Polygonum jaxarticum Sumnev. [unknown]

Description

Polygonum acetosum (also called Polygonum acetosum, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It has bright green, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, sandy habitats, such as coastal dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonum acetosum is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonum acetosum has small white flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender, with small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonum acetosum is a perennial plant that prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Division is the easiest and quickest method of propagation.

Where to Find Polygonum acetosum

Polygonum acetosum is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia. It is found in moist meadows, along streams, and in disturbed areas.

Polygonum acetosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonum acetosum?

Polygonum acetosum

What is the common name of Polygonum acetosum?

Acetose Polygonum

What is the natural habitat of Polygonum acetosum?

It is native to Europe and can be found in sandy areas such as beaches, dunes, and coastal grasslands.

Species in the Polygonum genus

Polygonum icaricum, Polygonum idaeum, Polygonum albanicum, Polygonum arenarium, Polygonum arenastrum, Polygonum acetosum, Polygonum salsugineum, Polygonum scoparium, Polygonum tenoreanum, Polygonum perfoliatum, Polygonum plebeium, Polygonum romanum, Polygonum rurivagum, Polygonum ramosissimum, Polygonum douglasii, Polygonum floribundum, Polygonum equisetiforme, Polygonum filicaule, Polygonum bellardii, Polygonum boreale, Polygonum aviculare, Polygonum cognatum, Polygonum careyi, Polygonum maritimum, Polygonum patulum, Polygonum papillosum, Polygonum oxyspermum, Polygonum glaucum, Polygonum gussonei, Polygonum longiocreatum, Polygonum longipes, Polygonum istanbulicum, Polygonum americanum, Polygonum basiramium, Polygonum parksii, Polygonum angustifolium, Polygonum coriarium, Polygonum divaricatum, Polygonum dshawachischwilii, Polygonum erectum, Polygonum hissaricum, Polygonum humifusum, Polygonum jurii, Polygonum panjutinii, Polygonum thunbergii, Polygonum tripterocarpum, Polygonum weyrichii, Polygonum brittingeri, Polygonum lacerum, Polygonum paraguayense,

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,