Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
sibirica
ID:
1280842

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Laxm.) S.P.Hong

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 9: 354 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280180



Common Names

  • Siberian Knorringia
  • Knorringia
  • Knorringia Sibirica


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Description

Knorringia sibirica (also called Siberian Knorringia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to East Asia. It has a rounded crown and its bark is grayish-brown and smooth. Its leaves are oblong, with a pointed tip and a serrated margin. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Knorringia sibirica is used as a medicinal plant, for erosion control, as a soil stabilizer, and for green manure.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knorringia sibirica has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knorringia sibirica is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the divisions moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Knorringia sibirica

Knorringia sibirica is native to Siberia. It can be found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Knorringia sibirica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knorringia sibirica?

Knorringia sibirica

What are the common names of Knorringia sibirica?

Siberian knorringia

What is the natural habitat of Knorringia sibirica?

It is found in wet, open areas in the eastern parts of Asia

Species in the Knorringia genus

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-50307993: Based on the initial data import
Erik Laxmann (1737-1796): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Laxm.' in the authors string.
Suk Pyo Hong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.P.Hong' in the authors string.