Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
arenastrum
ID:
489007

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boreau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Fl. Centre France , ed. 3, 2: 559 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488339



Common Names

  • Polygonum arenastrum
  • Arenastrum Knotgrass
  • Sand Knotgrass


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Synonyms

  • Polygonum aviculare aequale (Lindm.) Asch. & Graebn. [unknown]
  • Polygonum aequale Lindm. [unknown]
  • Polygonum arenastrum microspermum (Jord. ex Boreau) H.Scholz [unknown]
  • Polygonum arenastrum calcatum (Lindm.) Wissk. [unknown]
  • Polygonum acetosellum Klokov [unknown]
  • Polygonum propinquum Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Polygonum ebracteatum Munshi & Javeid [unknown]
  • Polygonum calcatum Lindm. [unknown]
  • Polygonum montereyense Brenckle [unknown]
  • Polygonum microspermum Jord. ex Boreau [unknown]
  • Polygonum aviculare calcatum (Lindm.) Thell. [unknown]

Description

Polygonum arenastrum (also called Polygonum arenastrum, 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, sandy habitats, such as coastal dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonum arenastrum is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonum arenastrum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonum arenastrum 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 Polygonum arenastrum

Polygonum arenastrum is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia. It is found in moist meadows, along streams, and in disturbed areas.

Polygonum arenastrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonum arenastrum?

Polygonum arenastrum

What is the common name of Polygonum arenastrum?

Arenastrum Polygonum

What is the natural habitat of Polygonum arenastrum?

It is native to Europe and can be found in sandy areas such as beaches, dunes, and coastal grasslands.

Species in the Polygonum genus

Polygonum icaricum, Polygonum idaeum, Polygonum albanicum, Polygonum arenarium, Polygonum arenastrum, Polygonum acetosum, Polygonum salsugineum, Polygonum scoparium, Polygonum tenoreanum, Polygonum perfoliatum, Polygonum plebeium, Polygonum romanum, Polygonum rurivagum, Polygonum ramosissimum, Polygonum douglasii, Polygonum floribundum, Polygonum equisetiforme, Polygonum filicaule, Polygonum bellardii, Polygonum boreale, Polygonum aviculare, Polygonum cognatum, Polygonum careyi, Polygonum maritimum, Polygonum patulum, Polygonum papillosum, Polygonum oxyspermum, Polygonum glaucum, Polygonum gussonei, Polygonum longiocreatum, Polygonum longipes, Polygonum istanbulicum, Polygonum americanum, Polygonum basiramium, Polygonum parksii, Polygonum angustifolium, Polygonum coriarium, Polygonum divaricatum, Polygonum dshawachischwilii, Polygonum erectum, Polygonum hissaricum, Polygonum humifusum, Polygonum jurii, Polygonum panjutinii, Polygonum thunbergii, Polygonum tripterocarpum, Polygonum weyrichii, Polygonum brittingeri, Polygonum lacerum, Polygonum paraguayense,

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,

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