Persicaria chinensis
Family Polygonaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Naturalised |
| Common names | Chinese Knotweed, Red Bush |
| Synonyms | Polygonum chinense L. |
| Longevity | Perennial |
| Growth form | Herb |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Fleshy fruit/Edible/Aril |
| Maximum height (m) | 10 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
| Native range | Asia, Pacific Ocean Islands |
| Exotic range (Australia) | NSW, QLD |
| Exotic range (other) | Pacific Ocean Islands, Indian Ocean Islands, Asia |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Roadsides, Riparian systems, Agricultural land, Disturbed areas (including trails), Forest, Urban areas, gardens and parks |
| Soil type (exotic) | Information unavailable |
| Decade of introduction | 1990 |
Rating [?]
| Climate scenario | Australia | ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current climate | 26 | 0 | 22 | 12 | 12 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 16 |
| RCP 8.5 2050 | 24 | 0 | 24 | 6 | 12 | 12 | 0 | 6 | 16 |
| RCP 8.5 2070 | 24 | 0 | 24 | 4 | 10 | 12 | 0 | 10 | 16 |
Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences
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Current suitable habitat
2050 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
2070 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
Recorded occurrences
(Australia)
Recorded occurrences
(global)
Images
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Further Information
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