Thursday 3 October 2024

When Did They Come to the UK? 6. Japanese Knotweed

Japanese knotweed (Fallopia japonica) was introduced, to the UK by Philip von Siebold in 1850. He took it to London's Kew Gardens, where it became a popular ornamental plant, purchased by the public.

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When Did They Come to the UK? 7. The Slipper Limpet

The Slipper limpet ( Crepidula fornicata ) was introduced to Essex, between 1887 and 1890. It was associated with cultivated oysters, impor...