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Description
Knorringia Sibirica Subsp. Sibirica, also known as Siberian Knotweed, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Polygonaceae family. It is native to Siberia, Russia, and is commonly found in damp meadows and along river banks. The plant has a rhizomatous root system and can grow up to 1 m tall. The stem is slender, erect, and often reddish-brown in color. The leaves are long, lance-shaped, and have a blue-green hue. The plant produces small pink flowers in clusters during the summer months.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Polygonaceae |
| Genus | Knorringia |
Appearance
The Siberian Knotweed plant has long, narrow leaves that are lance-shaped and have a blue-green hue. The stem is slender, erect, and often reddish-brown in color. The plant produces small pink flowers in clusters during the summer months. Siberian Knotweed can grow up to 1 m tall and has a rhizomatous root system.
Care Guide
Siberian Knotweed prefers moist soil and partial shade. It can grow in a variety of soil types, but prefers fertile soils. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer in the spring. Siberian Knotweed is hardy in USDA zones 4-9 and can tolerate cold temperatures.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Siberian Knotweed plant is susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and leaf spot. It can also be affected by pests such as aphids and spider mites.
Habitat
Siberian Knotweed is native to Siberia, Russia, and is commonly found in damp meadows and along river banks. It can grow in a variety of soil types and prefers partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Siberian Knotweed easy to grow?
A: Yes, Siberian Knotweed is relatively easy to grow and can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Siberian Knotweed?
A: Siberian Knotweed is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Q: Can Siberian Knotweed be grown in full sun?
A: While Siberian Knotweed prefers partial shade, it can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept moist.
Q: How often should I fertilize Siberian Knotweed?
A: Fertilize Siberian Knotweed with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.
Related Plants
- Knotweed (Polygonum spp.)
- Japanese Knotweed (Fallopia japonica)
- Black Bindweed (Fallopia convolvulus)
References
- “Knorringia sibirica subsp. sibirica.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=m480. Accessed 23 Oct. 2021.
- “Knorringia sibirica subsp. sibirica.” Plants of the World Online, Kew Science, powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60417416-2. Accessed 23 Oct. 2021.
