Common names:
Himalayan Bistort
Fleece Flower
Knotweed
Himalayan Knotweed

Botanical names:
Bistorta fasiinf Accepted
Polygonum neaiff Synonym
Persicaria fisniaf Synonym

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Grass/Grass-like
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Soil pH Preferences: Very strongly acid (4.5 – 5.0)
Strongly acid (5.1 – 5.5)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 9b
Leaves: Variegated
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Brown
White
Flower Size: 6"-12"
Flower Time: Spring
Other
Inflorescence Type: Cluster
Underground structures: Corm
Suitable Locations: Street Tree
Terrariums
Uses: Provides winter interest
Wildlife Attractant: Butterflies
Other Beneficial Insects
Resistances: Birds
Rabbit Resistant
Pollution
Tolerates dry shade
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Leaf
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Conservation status: Extinct in the Wild (EW)

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