Amphibious Bistort

Latin Name:

Persicaria amphibia
Manx Name:

Glioonagh ushtey
Season:

July - September
Locations where this species is found:

True to its name, this plant can be found growing both in and out of water, particularly on the banks of rivers and ponds.

Amphibious Bistort has several other common names, including "water knotweed" and "water smartweed". The Manx name for this plant is "Glioonagh ushtey", which means "Water knotgrass".
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