Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
arvense
ID:
395860

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 35 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395192



Common Names

  • Polycnemum arvense
  • Field Polycnemum
  • Field Yam


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Synonyms

  • Rovillia glabra Bubani [deprecated]
  • Polycnemum minus Kitt. [unknown]

Description

Polycnemum arvense (also called Field-bindweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb with twining stems and small, white flowers. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia and is found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Polycnemum arvense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make furniture and for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polycnemum arvense is small and yellow. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polycnemum arvense is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in well-drained, moist, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C (23°F). Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Polycnemum arvense

Polycnemum arvense is native to Europe, Asia, and North America.

Polycnemum arvense FAQ

What are the medicinal uses of Polycnemum arvense?

Polycnemum arvense is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

What is the distribution of Polycnemum arvense?

Polycnemum arvense is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America.

What is the habitat of Polycnemum arvense?

Polycnemum arvense is found in moist, shady forests, usually near rivers.

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References