Silverlace Vine
Polygonum aubertii
WA monitor Polygonaceae
Data Maturity Baseline
Washington State Classification
Monitor List
This plant is on the monitor list - it is not a listed noxious weed in Washington.
Quick Reference
Type
vine
Origin
Asia
Identification
Growth Habit
Silver lace vine is a deciduous vine with alternate, simple leaves. Stems can grow over 25 feet long.
Leaves
Arrow shaped leaves can get 1.5 to 4 inches long
Flowers
Flowers are small, greenish-white to pink and arranged in panicles.
Fruit & Seeds
Fruits are small achenes, around 2mm in size, shiny and black.
Impact
This plant is on the monitor list - it is not a listed noxious weed in Washington. Please contact Erin Haley (erin.haley@kingcounty.gov) to report locations or for more information.
Ecology & Spread
Habitat
Full sun to partial shade, this vining plant will grow over fences, trees, hillsides, and desired vegetation.
Spread Mechanisms
seed vegetative fragments
Reproduction
Seed and vegetatively from fragments left behind and rhizomes
Regional Notes — Puget Sound
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