Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
urumqiense
ID:
1278313

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Z.Li, Y.T.Hou & F.J.Lu

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 44: 167 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277651



Common Names

  • Polygonum Urumqiense
  • Urumqi Polygonum
  • Polygonum


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Description

Polygonum urumqiense (also called Urumqi knotweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It has a creeping rhizome and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate to ovate. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonum urumqiense is used for its medicinal properties and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polygonum urumqiense is a small, yellowish-white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonum urumqiense is a perennial plant that is propagated by division or cuttings. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It can be propagated from cuttings or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Polygonum urumqiense

Polygonum urumqiense is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Polygonum urumqiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonum urumqiense?

Polygonum urumqiense

What is the natural habitat of Polygonum urumqiense?

Tropical Asia

What is the optimal temperature for Polygonum urumqiense?

65-75°F

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50295302: Based on the initial data import
Fa Zeng Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Z.Li' in the authors string.
Yuan Tong Hou: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.T.Hou' in the authors string.
Fa Jun Lu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.J.Lu' in the authors string.