Cobham, Surrey -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/05/2016 -- Japanese knotweed pictures can be found on a variety of different websites including the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) as well as a range of plant awareness sites. If you've just discovered this invasive plant in your home or property you'll want to get an expert opinion to help you identify Japanese knotweed before you look at treatment or removal methods.
Japanese knotweed (Fallopia Japonica) is an aggressive herbaceous plant that is native to East Asia but was introduced to the UK in the 1940s. Experts are able to identify the plant from its wide, palm-shaped, green leaves which can grow to a width of 20cm. These hang from impressive bamboo-like stems which can grow to approximately 6-9ft in summer. Small white flowers also show during August and occasionally into September. These can look very pretty and many images of knotweed show these flower heads in full bloom. In most cases, taking a photo or image of the knotweed and sending it to an expert, is sufficient for a professional to give you an identification. Some experts will also require a visit to the property to assess what method of treatment might be recommended.
Japanese knotweed images or photos should be taken, paying special attention to the flowers, leaves and stem of the plant. During autumn, the leaves drop and all that remains is the 'wirey' stem of the plant. This is a good time to look at excavation methods to permanently remove the plant.
Leading Japanese Knotweed expert Nicolas Seal of Environet UK commented, "If you have seen knotweed growing near to your home, then you will want to make sure that it doesn't get onto your property. If you find traces of knotweed in your garden or on your commercial property then you can send us a picture or image taken from your smartphone or camera and we'll be able to give you a professional opinion to help identify the plant. Send your image to us and we'd be pleased to help."
Environet UK, the knotweed experts have compiled a gallery of Japanese knotweed pictures and videos at http://www.environetuk.com/Japanese-Knotweed-Pictures
Japanese Knotweed Identification in the UK
Japanese knotweed has become well known for being an extremely fast-growing plant. It has bamboo-like stems and small white flowers which appear in summer. During November and December, the bamboo-like stems dry out as the plant regresses over winter. The plant's stems die back, but the rhizomes beneath ground remain alive. By early summer, the knotweed can grow to over 2 metres in height. This suppresses growth of other neighbouring plants and causes widespread damage. Japanese knotweed is classed as controlled waste and requires determination and expert knowledge to completely remove it.
Need help with Japanese Knotweed identification, then visit: http://www.environetuk.com/Japanese-Knotweed-Identification
About Environet
Environet are leading the fight against Japanese knotweed in the UK. They specialise in the removal and eradication of knotweed, supported by insurance backed guarantees. Their experts provide advice and a free identification service for homeowners. Simply send your photo, image or picture to expert@environetuk.com