Fowler's knotweed facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Fowler's knotweed |
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Polygonum
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fowleri
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Polygonum fowleri, often called Fowler's knotweed or Hudsonian knotweed, is a plant that grows near the ocean. It is found along the seashores in the northern parts of North America. This plant usually likes to grow in gravelly spots right by the sea.
Where Does Fowler's Knotweed Grow?
This plant has been found in almost all parts of Canada. It grows in every Canadian province and territory except Alberta and Saskatchewan.
You can also find it in the United States. It grows in Maine, Alaska, Washington, Oregon, and California. It has also been reported from St. Pierre & Miquelon, which are islands near Canada.
What Does Fowler's Knotweed Look Like?
Fowler's knotweed is a type of herb. It can grow either flat along the ground or slightly upright. Its stems often have a zigzag shape, which makes them easy to spot.
The plant's flowers grow where the leaves meet the stem. These flower clusters are called inflorescences. Each cluster can have up to 10 small flowers. The flowers are usually white or pink.
Different Kinds of Fowler's Knotweed
Scientists recognize two main types, or subspecies, of Fowler's knotweed. Some botanists even think these types are separate species.
- Polygonum fowleri subsp. fowleri
- This type grows along the shores of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans.
- Polygonum fowleri subsp. hudsonianum
- This type is found along the shores of Hudson Bay.
- It also grows in the Canadian Arctic Islands.
- You can find it on the Atlantic coast of Labrador, Newfoundland, and Nova Scotia.
