Other common names:
Coast Jointweed, Sand Jointweed Other scientific names: Polygonella articulata French names:
Polygonelle articulée Family: Smartweed Family (Polygonaceae) Flowers: Summer; White; 5 parts (petals); Tiny white or light pink flowers. Leaves: None Stem:
Jointed stem, with tiny threadlike leaves, or no apparent leaves. Habitat: Fields and Open Areas; Dry sandy areas. Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 172 Native/Non-native:
Native For more information visit: Ontario Wildflowers Photographs:
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Northern Jointweed has wiry thin stems.
A closeup of a single flower, along with some buds.
The jointed stem is visible here, along with a flower.
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