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Questions and Answers: 2017

Question: i have a plant that is really trying to takeover my wild flowers. Ill describe it at the young stage …

  • Question

    i have a plant that is really trying to takeover my wild flowers. Ill describe it at the young stage say 12-18" has a purple stem not hollow and rounded. leaves are alternate and about 6" long with single vein the length,and almost like short points on edges 1/2" apart.looks like they get lobed when they get larger. no separation between leaf and stem

    Answer

    Dear Plantbo, I'm sorry I can't help you. You are outside of my range of expertise (northeastern United States and adjacent Canada) and I would need an image of the flowers to assist you further. If you are able to catch this plant in flower and send in some images, I will likely be able to assist you with your question.