Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
utahensis
ID:
1235228

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brenckle & Cottam

Source:
tro

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bull. Univ. Utah, Biol. Ser. 4(4): 3, pl. 1 1940

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001234566

Common Names

  • Polygonum utahensis
  • Utahensis Polygonum
  • Utahensis Knotweed

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Description

Polygonum utahensis (also called Utah Polygonum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is found in temperate and subtropical climates, growing in dry, sunny areas such as deserts and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonum utahensis is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonum utahensis has small, white flowers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, lance-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonum utahensis is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed sowing in the spring. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated.

Where to Find Polygonum utahensis

Polygonum utahensis is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides.

Polygonum utahensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonum utahensis?

Polygonum utahensis

What is the common name of Polygonum utahensis?

Utah Knotweed

What is the natural habitat of Polygonum utahensis?

Polygonum utahensis is native to the western United States, from California to Utah and Arizona.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50079625: Based on the initial data import
Jacob Frederic(k) Brenckle (1875-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenckle' in the authors string.
Walter Pace Cottam (1894-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cottam' in the authors string.