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Koenigia angustifolia

Knotweed, Koenigia
Also known as: Aconogonon (Meisn.) Rchb. +3 more
  • Aconogonon (Meisn.) Rchb.
  • Macounastrum Small
  • Pleuropteropyrum H.Gross
  • Rubrivena M.Král
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Polygonaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.

Originating in Temperate Asia, Koenigia angustifolia (commonly known as Knotweed or Koenigia) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Polygonaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
China, Mongolia, Russian Far East, Siberia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Amur, Buryatiya, China North-Central, Chita, Inner Mongolia, Irkutsk, Manchuria, Mongolia, Yakutskiya

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)
Magadan

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