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Questions and Answers: 2017

Question: Hi, I found this plant in a field growing with goldenrod,asters and raspberries. I've looked through a number of wildflower …

  • Question

    Hi, I found this plant in a field growing with goldenrod,asters and raspberries. I've looked through a number of wildflower books but cannot ID it. Hope you can help, Thank You

    Answer

    Dear alwayslooking, it is likely a species of Nabalus (rattlesnake-root), native members of the composite family. If this is near you, you can tear a portion of the leaf and it should exude a white latex. Best wishes.