Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pendulum
ID:
659161

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Z.G.Liu & X.H.Hu) M.N.Tamura & Ogisu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52: 951 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658493



Common Names

  • Pendulum Heteropolygonatum
  • Hanging Heteropolygonatum
  • Hanging False-nettle


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Synonyms

  • Polygonatum pendulum Z.G.Liu & X.H.Hu [unknown]

Description

Heteropolygonatum pendulum (also called Chinese Knotweed, Climbing Knotweed, and Himalayan Knotweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China, India, and Nepal. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has a stem diameter of up to 0.5 meters. It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Heteropolygonatum pendulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heteropolygonatum pendulum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heteropolygonatum pendulum is an evergreen shrub or small tree. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil.

Where to Find Heteropolygonatum pendulum

Heteropolygonatum pendulum is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Heteropolygonatum pendulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heteropolygonatum pendulum?

Heteropolygonatum pendulum

What is the common name of Heteropolygonatum pendulum?

Pendulum

What is the natural habitat of Heteropolygonatum pendulum?

Dry, rocky hillsides

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-277988: Based on the initial data import
Mikinori Ogisu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ogisu' in the authors string.
Minoru N. Tamura (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.N.Tamura' in the authors string.
Zhao Guang Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.G.Liu' in the authors string.
Xiao Hong Hu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.H.Hu' in the authors string.