Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
obtusifolia
ID:
489109

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Täckh. & Boulos) Greuter & Burdet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 19: 41 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488441



Common Names

  • Persicaria Obtusifolia
  • Obtusifolia
  • Obtusifolia Persicaria


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Synonyms

  • Polygonum obtusifolium Täckh. & Boulos [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Persicaria obtusifolia 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 obtusifolia is small and white. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Persicaria obtusifolia is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated by seed or division. It can also be propagated by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Persicaria obtusifolia

Persicaria obtusifolia can be found in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

Persicaria obtusifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Persicaria obtusifolia?

Persicaria obtusifolia

What is the common name of Persicaria obtusifolia?

Oblong-leaved Bistort

What is the family of Persicaria obtusifolia?

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-2572589: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Loutfy Boulos (1932-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boulos' in the authors string.
Vivi Laurent-Täckholm (1898-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Täckh.' in the authors string.
Hervé Maurice Burdet (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burdet' in the authors string.