Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
icaricum
ID:
484748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Magyar Bot. Lapok 33: 8 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484080



Common Names

  • Polygonum Icaricum
  • Icaricum Polygonum
  • Icaricum's Polygonum


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Description

Polygonum icaricum (also called 'Icarus Knotweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a rosette of leaves and a single stem with small white flowers. It is found in open areas, such as meadows, and in moist areas, such as near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonum icaricum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polygonum icaricum is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonum icaricum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It grows best in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Prune as needed to maintain shape.

Where to Find Polygonum icaricum

Polygonum icaricum is native to Greece.

Polygonum icaricum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonum icaricum?

Polygonum icaricum

What are the common names of Polygonum icaricum?

Icarus Knotweed

What is the growth habit of Polygonum icaricum?

It is an annual herb with a sprawling, mat-forming habit.

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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