`Fallopia japonica' is a perennial weed, very difficult to eradicate. How is it better known?
Fallopia japonica Fallopia japonica Fallopia japonica, synonyms "Reynoutria japonica" and "Polygonum cuspidatum", commonly known as Asian knotweed or Japanese knotweed, is a large, herbaceous perennial plant of the knotweed and buckwheat family Polygonaceae. It is native to East Asia in Japan, China and Korea. In North America and Europe, the species has successfully established itself in numerous habitats and is classified as an invasive species in several countries. Japanese knotweed has hollow stems with distinct raised nodes that give it the appearance of bamboo, though it is not related. While stems may reach a maximum height of each growing season, it is
Fallopia multiflora of the most popular perennial traditional Chinese medicines. It is known as "He shou wu" in China and East Asia. Another name for "Fallopia multiflora" is "Fo-ti". Overconsumption can lead to toxicity-induced hepatitis. More than 100 chemical compounds have been isolated from "Fallopia multiflora", and the major components have been determined to be stilbenes, quinones, flavonoids, and others. Its extract contains a stilbene glycoside. Fallopia multiflora Fallopia multiflora (also known as "Reynoutria multiflora" , "Polygonum multiflorum" Thunb., tuber fleeceflower, or Chinese knotweed) is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family Polygonaceae. It is native to central and southern