Polygonaceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Caryophyllales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 349 accepted species worldwide. Some species in this family are toxic — exercise caution when handling unknown specimens.
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Polygonaceae plants belong to the Caryophyllales order in the Plantae kingdom. It produces decumbent, spreading, or upright stems between 4 and 20 centimetres (1+1⁄2 to 8 inches) tall, and usually has a few branches. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Polygonaceae is classified in the order Caryophyllales, class Magnoliopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. The family contains 349 accepted species worldwide.
Yes, some Polygonaceae species are toxic or poisonous. Always exercise caution with unknown specimens. View poisonous Polygonaceae species or browse the full poisonous species guide.
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