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Common Knotgrass Complex

Polygonum aviculare

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Polygonaceae ›Genus: Polygonum

About

Polygonum aviculare or common knotgrass is a plant related to buckwheat and dock. It is also called prostrate knotweed, birdweed, pigweed and lowgrass. It is an annual found in fields and wasteland, with white flowers from June to October. It is widespread across many countries in temperate regions, apparently native to Eurasia, naturalized in temperate parts of the Southern Hemisphere.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Knotgrass Complex?
The scientific name of Common Knotgrass Complex is Polygonum aviculare.
What kingdom does Common Knotgrass Complex belong to?
Common Knotgrass Complex belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Common Knotgrass Complex belong to?
Common Knotgrass Complex belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Common Knotgrass Complex belong to?
Common Knotgrass Complex belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Common Knotgrass Complex belong to?
Common Knotgrass Complex belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Common Knotgrass Complex belong to?
Common Knotgrass Complex belongs to the family Polygonaceae.
What genus does Common Knotgrass Complex belong to?
Common Knotgrass Complex belongs to the genus Polygonum.