Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
senegalensis
ID:
488968

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meisn.) Soják

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Preslia 46: 155 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488300



Common Names

  • Persicaria senegalensis
  • Senegal Bistort
  • Senegal Knotweed


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Synonyms

  • Polygonum senegalense Meisn. [unknown]
  • Polygonum sambesicum J.Schust. [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Persicaria senegalensis for. albotomentosa (Graham) K.L.Wilson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Persicaria senegalensis has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Persicaria senegalensis is a perennial plant that prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Division is the easiest and quickest method of propagation.

Where to Find Persicaria senegalensis

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

Persicaria senegalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Persicaria senegalensis?

Persicaria senegalensis

What is the common name of Persicaria senegalensis?

Senegal Knotweed

What are the characteristics of Persicaria senegalensis?

Persicaria senegalensis is an evergreen, perennial shrub with a height of up to 1m. It has lanceolate, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers in the summer.

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-2572336: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.