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Polygonum

Polygonum

9.9
A group of plants like knotweed that grow in cool northern regions
  • proper noun
  • Specialized
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  • The invasive Polygonum species crowded out native plants along the riverbank.

Examples

  • Several members of the Polygonum genus are known for their medicinal properties.

  • Botanists collected samples of Polygonum for genetic analysis.

  • Look at that Polygonum!

  • Is this Polygonum edible?

  • The gardener recommended planting Polygonum to provide ground cover in the shady areas of the yard.

  • Many species of Polygonum are prized for their vibrant flowers and ability to attract pollinators.

  • While hiking in the mountains, I discovered a patch of Polygonum growing beside the stream.

Compounds

Polygonum aubertii
  • Specialized
9.9

A climbing plant that grows quickly and has many small green flowers that smell nice

Polygonum fagopyrum
  • Specialized
9.9

A plant with small triangular seeds that are eaten or ground into flour

Polygonum orientale
  • Specialized
9.9

An annual plant with wide oval leaves and thin hanging spikes of red flowers called prince's-feather

Surface Forms

Polygonum main

Etymology

The word Polygonum comes from Greek parts poly- 'many' and gonu 'knee'. These plants have many jointed 'knees' or nodes on their stems, which is why the name fits this group of knotweeds.