Polygonum douglasii, July 29, 2022
Common & scientific name
Douglas’ knotweed, Polygonum douglasii
Family
Buckwheat, Polygonaceae
Location
Grizzly Lake Trail area, 10,600’
Fun, weird, helpful, or little known fact
A native but often (probably always on the Pass) found in disturbed places like the Portal Campground area, it’s myriad colors and intricate floral shapes make this a rather lovely ground cover.