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Persicaria orientalis is also commonly known as Garden Gate, Kiss-me-over-the-Garden Gate, or Prince's feather. [1] These wildflowers grow annually in Russia and Australia.[1] Persicaria orientalis can be easily spotted on roadsides and wastelands by its pink color and dangling bloom shape. [1]
Description[edit]
Persicaria orientalis can be identified by its vibrant pink color, fragrance, dangling bloom shape, and green leaves.[1] The flowers are elongated and is usually between three and six inches in length.[1] The leaves are cordate, or heart-shaped, and are covered in soft, gray hairs. [1]
Taxonomy[edit]
Persicaria orientalis belongs to the Persicaria genus and the Polygonaceae family. [1] This plant was discovered by Swedish botanist, Carl Linneaus, in 1841. [2]
Distribution and Habitat[edit]
Persicaria orientalis originated in Far East Russia and Northern and Eastern Australia. [1] Its ideal growing habitat is moist soil, silt, or sand. [1] Its primary growing seasons are Summer and Fall.[1]
Uses[edit]
Persicaria orientalis has many medicinal uses. [3]This plant serves as an excellent vulnerary or wound healer. [3]The flowers of Persicaria orientalis are useful as blood thinners to remove or prevent blood clots.[3] The flowers can also serve as pain relievers.[3] The stems and leaves can be used to treat hernias. When the fruits are boiled and a liquor is formed, that liquor can be used to treat hepatitis, sloughing ulcers, tympanites, and cancer.[3] Lastly the seeds can be used to relieve gas and bloating, reduce fevers, brighten the eyes, and freshen the breath.[3]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Persicaria orientalis (Garden Gate, Kiss-me Over-the Garden Gate, Prince's Feather) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox". plants.ces.ncsu.edu. Retrieved 2021-10-28.
- ^ "Persicaria orientalis in Flora of North America @ efloras.org". www.efloras.org. Retrieved 2021-10-28.
- ^ a b c d e f "medicinal herbs: PRINCE'S FEATHER - Polygonum orientale". www.naturalmedicinalherbs.net. Retrieved 2021-12-08.