Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
489137

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meisn.) S.Ortiz & Paiva

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 131: 172 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488469



Common Names

  • Persicaria Madagascariensis
  • Madagascariensis
  • Madagascariensis Persicaria


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Synonyms

  • Polygonum madagascariense Meisn. [unknown]
  • Polygonum poiretii madagascariensis Meisn. [unknown]
  • Persicaria attenuata africana K.L.Wilson [unknown]

Description

Persicaria madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Knotweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as near streams, ponds, and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Persicaria madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces small white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Persicaria madagascariensis is white and small, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Persicaria madagascariensis is a small, evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It is easy to propagate from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of young shoots and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Persicaria madagascariensis

Persicaria madagascariensis can be found in Madagascar.

Persicaria madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Persicaria madagascariensis?

Persicaria madagascariensis

What is the common name of Persicaria madagascariensis?

Madagascar Bistort

What is the family of Persicaria madagascariensis?

Polygonaceae

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-2572639: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Ortiz Nuñez (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Ortiz' in the authors string.
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
Jorge Américo Rodrigues Paiva (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paiva' in the authors string.