Status:
valid
Authors:
Borodina
Source:
tro
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Rast. Tsentr. Azii 9: 102 1989
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001271636
Common Names
- Polygonum intramongolicum
- Intramongolicum Polygonum
- Inner Mongolian Polygonum
Description
Polygonum intramongolicum (also called Intra-Mongolian knotweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polygonaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial with lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to China, where it grows in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Polygonum intramongolicum is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care. It is also used in landscaping as a groundcover, in hanging baskets, and as a potted plant. It is known for its air-purifying properties and can help reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polygonum intramongolicum has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Polygonum intramongolicum: This fern is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is by spores or division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Polygonum intramongolicum
Polygonum intramongolicum can be found in temperate regions of Asia, from China to Japan.
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,