Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
lanigera
ID:
489070

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) Soják

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Preslia 46: 153 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488402



Common Names

  • Persicaria Lanigera
  • Lanigera
  • Lanigera Persicaria


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Synonyms

  • Persicaria lapathifolia lanigera (R.Br.) Chantar. & Tubtimtong [unknown]
  • Polygonum lanigerum R.Br. [unknown]
  • Polygonum lapathifolium lanigerum (R.Br.) C.Moore & Betche [unknown]

Description

Persicaria lanigera (also called 'Woolly Persicaria', 'Woolly Bistort' and 'Woolly Knotweed', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the mountains of Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady areas and has long, slender stems with bright red-purple flowers. The leaves are lanceolate and have a distinctive red midrib.

Uses & Benefits

Persicaria lanigera is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Persicaria lanigera has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves with serrated margins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Persicaria lanigera is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but does best with regular watering. It is also tolerant of light frost.

Where to Find Persicaria lanigera

Persicaria lanigera is found in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Persicaria lanigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Persicaria lanigera?

Persicaria lanigera

What is the common name of Persicaria lanigera?

Woolly Persicaria

What is the natural habitat of Persicaria lanigera?

It is native to Europe and can be found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.

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-2572510: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.