Bistorta affinis
Himalayan Fleeceflower
Also known as: Persicaria affinis (D.Don) Ronse Decr. +4 more
- Persicaria affinis (D.Don) Ronse Decr.
- Polygonum brunonis Wall.
- Polygonum brunonis Wall. ex Meisn.
- Polygonum donianum Spreng.
- Polygonum viviparum Wall. ex D.Don
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Polygonaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or subshrub.
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Bistorta affinis (commonly known as Himalayan fleeceflower) is a herbaceous perennial or shrub belonging to the Polygonaceae family. Found natively in Temperate Asia and Tropical Asia, this species is primarily associated with subalpine or subarctic conditions.
Macro Climate
Cold
Plant Type
Unclassified
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE, ASIA-TROPICAL
Regions (WGSRPD)
China, Indian Subcontinent, Western Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Afghanistan, East Himalaya, Nepal, Pakistan, Tibet, West Himalaya
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Baltic States, Germany, Great Britain, Norway, Sweden