Description
Polygonum delicatulum (also called Polygonum delicatulum var. delicatulum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Polygonaceae family. It is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to East Asia, and its habitats include montane grasslands and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Polygonum delicatulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polygonum delicatulum has small, white flowers that are clustered in a dense, rounded head. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Where to Find Polygonum delicatulum
Polygonum delicatulum is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Gansu.