Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
sachalinensis
ID:
405066

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Corea : 135 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404398



Common Names

  • Sachalinensis Reynoutria
  • Reynoutria
  • Sachalinensis


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Synonyms

  • Tiniaria sachalinensis (F.Schmidt) Janch. [unknown]
  • Polygonum sachalinense F.Schmidt [unknown]

Description

Reynoutria sachalinensis (also called Sakhalin Knotweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Asia. It has a spreading growth habit, with small, oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in whorls. It prefers to grow in moist, well-drained soils, such as meadows and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Reynoutria sachalinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Reynoutria sachalinensis has a small, white flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid shape. The seedlings are small, with a single root and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Reynoutria sachalinensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Reynoutria sachalinensis

Reynoutria sachalinensis is found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Reynoutria sachalinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Reynoutria sachalinensis?

Reynoutria sachalinensis

What is the common name of Reynoutria sachalinensis?

Sakhalin Knotweed

What is the growth habit of Reynoutria sachalinensis?

It is an erect, herbaceous perennial plant with a woody base.

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