Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
mitis
ID:
489042

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schrank) Holub

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 8(2): 177. 1973 ; isonym

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488374



Common Names

  • Persicaria mitis
  • Mild Bistort
  • Mild Knotweed


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Synonyms

  • Persicaria hydropiper mite (Schrank) Majeed Kak [unknown]
  • Polygonum mite Schrank [unknown]
  • Persicaria mitis (Schrank) Assenov [unknown]
  • Persicaria hydropiper mite (Schrank) Munshi & Javeid [unknown]

Description

Persicaria mitis (also called Persicaria mitis, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It has bright green, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Persicaria mitis 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 mitis 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 mitis

Persicaria mitis is native to tropical Africa. It is found in humid forests and grasslands at elevations of 0–1,000 m.

Persicaria mitis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Persicaria mitis?

Persicaria mitis

What is the common name of Persicaria mitis?

Mild Persicaria

What is the natural habitat of Persicaria mitis?

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-2572466: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Franz von Paula Schrank (1747-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrank' in the authors string.