Mile-A-Minute (Persicaria perfoliata)
Mile-A-Minute, also known as Giant Climbing Tearthumb
Mile-A-Minute (Persicaria perfoliata) is a rapidly spreading annual vine originating from East Asia. Known for its invasive nature, it earns the nickname "mile-a-minute" vine due to its swift growth. Birds consume the berries and spread the seeds through their droppings, aiding in the vine's widespread dissemination.
Key Facts About Mile-A-Minute
Attributes of Mile-A-Minute
Lifespan
Annual, Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
3 m to 3.5 m
Spread
6 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
White Green
Scientific Classification of Mile-A-Minute
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Caryophyllales
Family
Buckwheat
Genus
Persicaria
Species
Mile-A-Minute