Aconogonon sp.
Family: Polygonaceae · Type: Perennial · Variable; species dependent
Aconogonon sp. is a non-native California perennial in the Polygonaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Oxyria: Aconogonon has branching flower clusters; Oxyria has kidney-shaped leaves and flowers in simple spikes.; vs Bistorta: Aconogonon has loose, branching clusters; Bistorta forms dense, bottle-brush-like spikes.; vs Persicaria: Aconogonon has open, branching flower clusters; Persicaria forms tight spikes or heads.; vs Polygonum: Aconogonon is tall and upright in mountains; Polygonum is low-growing in disturbed lowlands.; vs Fallopia: Aconogonon grows upright; Fallopia climbs with heart-shaped leaves and winged fruits.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aconogonon sp. native to California?
No. Aconogonon sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Aconogonon sp. belong to?
Aconogonon sp. is in the Polygonaceae family, genus Aconogonon.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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