Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
488709

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wedd.) Soják

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Preslia 46: 153 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488041



Common Names

  • Persicaria Ferruginea
  • Redshank
  • Rusty Persicaria


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Synonyms

  • Polygonum ferrugineum Wedd. [unknown]
  • Polygonum gummifera Wedd. [unknown]
  • Polygonum spectabile Mart. ex Meisn. [unknown]
  • Polygonum spectabile minor Chodat [unknown]

Description

Persicaria ferruginea (also called 'Redshank', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils and in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Persicaria ferruginea has been used as an ornamental plant, as well as for medicinal purposes. It has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Persicaria ferruginea has small, white flowers with yellow centres, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Persicaria ferruginea is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is 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. The divisions should be planted in individual containers and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Persicaria ferruginea

Persicaria ferruginea can be found in Europe, in countries such as the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Sweden.

Persicaria ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Persicaria ferruginea?

Persicaria ferruginea

What is the common name of Persicaria ferruginea?

Ferruginea Persicaria

What is the natural habitat of Persicaria ferruginea?

It is native to tropical Asia and is found in wet, marshy soils.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2571939: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.