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Japanese Knotweed

What is Japanese Knotweed?

Japanese knotweed also known as Fallopia japonica, Polygonum cuspidatum, and Reynoutria japonica, is a large, herbaceous perennial plant, native to eastern Asia in Japan, China and Korea. [1]



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Products containing Japanese Knotweed


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Source(s) Derived From

 Plant Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Japanese Knotweed - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)


 Polygonum Cuspidatum
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract

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Revision History

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Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchNovember 10, 2012 @ 11:52 PM

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