Polygonum japonicum

Japanese Knotweed

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Common Name: 

Japanese Knotweed

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

30°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

185 cm

Maximum width: 

90 cm

Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum japonicum) - Description

Fallopia japonica, commonly known as Japanese knotweed, is a large, herbaceous perennial plant of the family Polygonaceae, native to Eastern Asia in Japan, China and Korea. In North America and Europe the species is very successful and has been classified as an invasive species in several countries. Japanese knotweed has hollow stems with distinct raised nodes that give it the appearance of bamboo, though it is not closely related.

Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum japonicum) - Blooming

Small white or pink flowers in open sprays.

Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum japonicum) - Growth

Evergreen or deciduous perennials and vines. Sturdy, sun-loving plants with jointed stems.

Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum japonicum) - Planting

Plant seeds in pots in spring, but provide frost protection. Divide in spring or fall.

Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum japonicum) - Interesting facts

Polygonum is Greek for "many kneed", refered to its jointed stems.

Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum japonicum) - Soil and irrigation

Regular water, depending on the species.

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