persicaria lapathifolia commonly known pale smartweed curlytop knotweed

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Grace of the Wetlands: Pale Persicaria Persicaria lapathifolia in Bloom Royalty Free Stock Photo

Persicaria lapathifolia, commonly known as Pale Smartweed, Pale Persicaria, or Curlytop Knotweed. Royalty Free Stock Photo

Persicaria lapathifolia, commonly known as Pale Smartweed, Pale Persicaria, or Curlytop Knotweed.

It is an annual herb characterized by erect, reddish stems with swollen joints and alternate leaves that often have a dark blotch in the center. Inflorescence:The plant produces dense, often nodding spikes of tiny pink flowers, each with a four or five-lobed perianth. Habitat:Persicaria lapathifolia is a widespread weed found in various habitats, including agricultural crops, roadsides, gardens, and disturbed sites. Classification:It belongs to the family Polygonaceae and is closely related to Redshank, another common weed. Variability:The species is a complex with many varying forms, sometimes considered distinct varieties, and its morphology can be significantly