Reynoutria japonica
(Itadori knotweed)
Plants
Exotic

Impact ID7052
Impact TypeHabitat Alteration
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationLaboratory
Impact DescriptionIn a laboratory setting, extracts from F. japonica affect microbial community structure; decreasing AMF (arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi) and G+ bacteria, increasing the presence of G- bacteria and saprotrophic fungi, and altering soil processes.
Reference42116
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationPoland

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