westernleaf
westernleaf refers to a genus of plants in the family Polygonaceae, commonly known as knotweeds. The genus contains several species, many of which are native to western North America. These plants are typically herbaceous perennials, though some can be shrubs. They are characterized by their jointed stems, often with small, inconspicuous flowers arranged in spikes or racemes. The leaves are usually simple and alternate, with a distinct, papery sheath called an ocrea surrounding the stem at each node.
Species within the westernleaf genus are found in a variety of habitats, including meadows, woodlands, and riparian