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Questions and Answers: 2017

Question: Central MA. This plant showed up suddenly and in such massive numbers I think the seeds may have come in …

  • Question

    Central MA. This plant showed up suddenly and in such massive numbers I think the seeds may have come in with last year's hay which ends up as garden mulch. Highly invasive, sun to partial shade, ~2 feet high. Flowering reminds me of nettles, but doesn't seem to match overall description. Thanks for your help!

    Answer

    Quinn, this is Pilea pumila (Canada clearweed). It is a native, herbaceous plant.