Taxon

Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon'

 
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Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon' - Fleece Flower, Knotweed
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Common name: Fleece Flower, Knotweed
Family: Polygonaceae (Knotweed Family)
Distribution: China
Hardiness: 4a
Life form: Perennial plant
Comments: The foliage is the main feature of this cultivar, being lance-shaped, purplish-green leaves with a bold central splash of purple bordered by a silver "chevron" marking. 'Red Dragon' is a vigourous grower, but not invasive like its relatives. Flowers are white, but insignificant. Final size is around 24" x 30-40".
Links: University of Vermont Extension • The Plant List

Locations

  • 1: Center Lake • Accession: 2015-1292/1 • Provenance: Garden
  • 2: Color Curve • Accession: 2018-41/1 • Provenance: Garden
  • 3: Waterwise Gardens • Accession: 2017-138/1 • Provenance: Garden
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