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Questions and Answers: 2018

Question: Hi, Rome,NY. Found alongside recently disturbed farmland. Thank you.

  • Question

    Hi, Rome,NY. Found alongside recently disturbed farmland. Thank you.

    Answer

    Dear Laurie, you've photographed Phytolacca americana (American pokeweed). This is a native, robust herb that often grows in disturbed areas. It has edible shoots in the early part of the year. Best wishes.