Pink-head
| Botanical Name | Polygonum capitatum |
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| Family | Polygonaceae |
| Origin | Warm temperate Himalaya |
Identification
Trailing plant, often used as garden ground cover. Fine hairs on leaves and stems, giving distinctive red colour and pattern. Distinctive pink flower heads, numerous, over long season, about 15mm across.Habitats
The plant favours dry banks in full sun, forming a strong mat and replacing most native vegetation.Impact to Biota and Ecosystems
Forms a dense carpet on roadside banks and similar open places.Dispersal Routes, Vectors, Infestation Sources
Spreads out of gardens, and garden rubbish dumps.Management
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| Physical Control |
Hand pulling, weed eater, grubber. Allow cut material to dry out before disposal. |
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Further Comment
Some plants are appearing in fairly remote locations, evidently from seed.