Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
humile
ID:
1246207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
tro

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. 3: 59 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245545

Common Names

  • Polygonum Humile
  • Dwarf Knotweed
  • Prostrate Knotweed

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Description

Polygonum humile (also called Low Knotweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in meadows and disturbed areas. It has pink or purple flowers and small, round, green fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonum humile is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used as a vegetable in some areas. It is also used as a medicinal plant, and its roots are used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonum humile has small, white, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonum humile is a fast-growing, perennial that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Propagation is usually done by seeds or cuttings.

Where to Find Polygonum humile

Polygonum humile is native to North America and can be found in wet, marshy areas.

Polygonum humile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonum humile?

Polygonum humile

What is the common name of Polygonum humile?

Dwarf Knotweed

What is the natural habitat of Polygonum humile?

Tundra

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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