Japanese knotweed
Persicaria capitata (Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don) H.Gross
Persicaria capitata is a species in the Polygonaceae family, native to Asia. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant and has become naturalized in regions such as Australia, South Africa, and parts of the Americas. The plant is also known by several common names, including Japanese knotweed, pinkhead smartweed, and pink knotweed.
Description
Persicaria capitata, originally described in 1913, is a member of the genus Persicaria. It is found in various regions, including the Azores, the British Isles, and parts of Europe and North America. This species is recognized for its ornamental value and is grown in gardens. Its naturalization in several countries indicates its adaptability to different climates and environments.
Other common names
Pinkhead smartweedJapanese knotweedpink-head knotweedpink-head persicariaPink-headed PersicariaPink-headed KnotweedKnotweed
Distribution
Faial Island · Flores Island · Pico Island · Santa Maria Island · São Jorge Island · São Miguel Island · Terceira Island · ZA · IE · Belgium · Flemish Region · France · The Netherlands · Great Britain · GB · IT · PT · MX · AT · SZ · GR · Azores · Greece · Italy · Madeira · Portugal · Spain · ZW · SE · MY
Synonyms
Polygonum capitatumCephalophilon capitatum