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Lingonberry-leaved knotweed

Polygonum vaccinifolium meissn

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Family Polygonaceae. Native to the Himalayas.

A creeping herbaceous perennial up to 15 cm tall. Forms large groups. Flowers in late summer to early autumn with small pink flowers in dense inflorescences about 6 cm long. Requires protection from moisture in winter. Hardy to -23 °C. In cultivation since the 19th century.