Other names: Mile-a-minute-vine/weed, Asiatic tearthumb, Persicaria perfoliata
Where did it come from?
This plant was introduced from Asia in the 1930s in contaminated ornamental plant soil.
Why is it invasive?
It grows quickly (as the name suggests!) and forms thick blankets that crowd out native species.
How do you prevent its spread?
Remove it from yards and gardens. Make sure to dispose of properly to prevent spreading seeds and root pieces.
Resources:
♦ Fact Sheet: Mile-a-Minute Vine
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Image credit: Richard Gardner, Bugwood.org