Bistorta vivipara

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alpine bistort

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Other common names

serpent grass, small bistort, viviparous polygonum

Synonyms

Polygonum viviparum
Persicaria vivipara

Botanical Details

Family
Polygonaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
Yes
Genus
A genus of herbaceous, rhizomatous perennials with erect, unbranched stems, bearing short terminal spikes of small, white or pink, bell-shaped flowers
Name Status
Correct