Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
equisetiforme
ID:
490260

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Fl. Graec. Prodr. 1: 266 (1809)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000489592

Common Names

  • Polygonum Equisetiforme
  • Horsetail-like Polygonum
  • Horsetail-like's Polygonum

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Description

Polygonum equisetiforme (also called Horsetail 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 equisetiforme is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonum equisetiforme has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonum equisetiforme is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Polygonum equisetiforme

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

Polygonum equisetiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonum equisetiforme?

Polygonum equisetiforme

What is the common name of Polygonum equisetiforme?

Horsetail Polygonum

Where is Polygonum equisetiforme found?

Polygonum equisetiforme 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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