Status:
valid
Authors:
Hayek
Source:
cmp
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 30(1): 110 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484128
Common Names
- Idaeum Polygonum
- Mountain Knotweed
- Mountain Polygonum
Description
Polygonum idaeum (also called Polygonum idaes, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial plant native to Japan and Sakhalin Island. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in moist and shady areas, and in rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Polygonum idaeum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Polygonum idaeum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Polygonum idaeum is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It grows best in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed, cuttings, or division.
Where to Find Polygonum idaeum
Polygonum idaeum is native to Greece.
Polygonum idaeum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polygonum idaeum?
Polygonum idaeum
What is the family of Polygonum idaeum?
Polygonaceae
What is the common name of Polygonum idaeum?
Ida's knotweed
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,