Vascular Plants of the Gila Wilderness
Presented in Association with the
Western New Mexico University Department
of Natural Sciences
Fallopia baldschuanica (Regel) Holub
(Chinese Fleece Vine)
Family: Polygonaceae
Status: Exotic
Synonyms:
Polygonum aubertii L. Henry
Polygonum baldschuanicum Regel
Fallopia baldschuanica is a vine found escaping gardens and overgrowing fences in Silver City. The
leaves are thick and heavily veined. The fruits have winged callosities that resemble the
fruits of Rumex. Fallopia baldschuanica is not found growing in the wilderness.
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Fallopia baldschuanica, photo Russ Kleinman, Denise Friedrick & Bill Norris, Silver City, June 6, 2009
Fallopia baldschuanica, photo Russ Kleinman, Denise Friedrick & Bill Norris, Silver City, June 6, 2009
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