Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
aviculare
ID:
490324

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 362 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000489656

Common Names

  • Polygonum Aviculare
  • Common Knotgrass
  • Common's Knotgrass

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Synonyms

  • Polygonum scythicum Klokov [unknown]
  • Polygonum procumbens Gilib. [unknown]
  • Polygonum rubescens Small [unknown]
  • Polygonum ganderbalense Munshi & Javeid [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare heterophyllum (Lindm.) Munshi & Javeid [unknown]
  • Polygonum monspeliense Thiéb.-Bern. ex Pers. [unknown]
  • Polygonum neglectum Besser [unknown]
  • Polygonum heterophyllum Lindm. [unknown]
  • Polygonum heterophyllum rubescens (Small) R.J.Davis [unknown]
  • Polygonum heterophyllum eximium Lindm. [unknown]
  • Polygonum heterophyllum caespitosum Lindm. [unknown]
  • Polygonum heterophyllum angustissimum (Meisn.) Lindm. [unknown]
  • Polygonum heterophyllum rubescens (Small) Brenckle [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare neglectum (Besser) Rchb. [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare angustissimum Meisn. [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare neglectum (Besser) Arcang. [unknown]
  • Avicularia vulgaris Didrichs. [unknown]
  • Centinodium axillare Friche-Joset & Montandon [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare vegetum Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Polygonum berteroi Phil. [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare aviculare [unknown]
  • Polygonum agreste Sumnev. [unknown]
  • Polygonum aphyllum Krock. [unknown]
  • Polygonum araraticum Kom. [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare heterophyllum (Lindm.) Asch. & Graebn. [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare monspeliense (Thiéb.-Bern. ex Pers.) Arcang. [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare rectum Chrtek [unknown]
  • Polygonum retinerve Vorosch. [unknown]
  • Polygonum striatum K.Koch [unknown]
  • Polygonum uruguense H.Gross [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare aviculare [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare eximium Asch. & Graebn. [unknown]
  • Polygonum aequale oedocarpum Lindm. [unknown]

Description

Polygonum aviculare (also called Knotweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to North America. It grows to a height of 30-90 cm and has small, white flowers. It is found in moist, disturbed soils, such as along roadsides and in fields.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonum aviculare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Polygonum aviculare var. fusco-ochreatum (Kom.) A.J.Li
Polygonum aviculare sub. depressum (Meisn.) Arcang.
Polygonum aviculare sub. buxiforme (Small) Costea & Tardif

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polygonum aviculare is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonum aviculare is an annual plant native to temperate regions. It is best grown in a sunny location in a well-drained soil. It prefers dry conditions and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by seed.

Where to Find Polygonum aviculare

Polygonum aviculare is native to eastern North America. It can be found in the states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.

Polygonum aviculare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonum aviculare?

Polygonum aviculare

What is the common name of Polygonum aviculare?

Common Knotgrass

Where is Polygonum aviculare found?

Polygonum aviculare is found in the Philippines

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,

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