Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
arcuata
ID:
1240819

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) Greene

Source:
tro

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Bot. Observ. Crit. 1: 24 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001240157



Common Names

  • Persicaria arcuata
  • Arcuate Knotweed
  • Bowed Knotweed


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Description

Persicaria arcuata (also called Arcuate Persicaria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has leathery, oblong leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Persicaria arcuata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Persicaria arcuata has white flowers, small black seeds and thin seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Persicaria arcuata is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Persicaria arcuata

Persicaria arcuata is native to Europe and can be found in the United Kingdom, France, and Germany.

Persicaria arcuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Persicaria arcuata?

Persicaria arcuata

What is the common name of Persicaria arcuata?

Arched knotweed

Where is Persicaria arcuata found?

Persicaria arcuata is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Persicaria genus

Persicaria tinctoria, Persicaria strigosa, Persicaria setosula, Persicaria acuminata, Persicaria decipiens, Persicaria campanulata, Persicaria ferruginea, Persicaria extremiorientalis, Persicaria amphibia, Persicaria amplexicaulis, Persicaria alpina, Persicaria bistorta, Persicaria barbata, Persicaria vivipara, Persicaria wallichii, Persicaria sagittata, Persicaria punctata, Persicaria senegalensis, Persicaria segetum, Persicaria pulchra, Persicaria mitis, Persicaria lapathifolia, Persicaria lanigera, Persicaria glomerata, Persicaria glandulopilosa, Persicaria glabra, Persicaria hystricula, Persicaria hydropiperoides, Persicaria hispida, Persicaria hydropiper, Persicaria orientalis, Persicaria nepalensis, Persicaria obtusifolia, Persicaria nogueirae, Persicaria maculosa, Persicaria maculata, Persicaria madagascariensis, Persicaria limbata, Persicaria laxmannii, Persicaria minor, Persicaria foliosa, Persicaria capitata, Persicaria weyrichii, Persicaria pensylvanica, Persicaria robustior, Persicaria bicornis, Persicaria setacea, Persicaria hirsuta, Persicaria longiseta, Persicaria bungeana,

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,

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