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Persicaria Species, Halberd-Leaved Tearthumb, Tear-Thumb

Persicariaarifolia

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Genus
Persicaria (per-sih-KAR-ee-uh)
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Species
arifolia (air-ih-FOH-lee-uh)
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Synonym
Polygonum arifolium
Truellum arifolium
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage

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Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing

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Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Ponds and Aquatics
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Dunkirk, Maryland

Pasadena, Maryland

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