Species:
Polygonum aviculare
Common Name:
prostrate knotweed
Systems Affected (standardized):
cropland/pastureland, disturbed/waste areas
Regions(s) present (updated by AB):
ALL
Impacts:
Source? likely to be reintroduced:
Info Blurb:
One of the most widespread weeds in the world. Can quickly cover bare soil and may prevent native species from establishing. A host for number of fungi, viruses, and nematode species.
Native Regions in OK:
NONE
Current and past designations:
BS
Present in OK?
Present in Bordering States?
OK, TX, NM, CO, KS, MO, AR, LA
Has Legal Status in BS?
NONE