Question: Hi: I found these plants growing in a ditch in Augusta, Kennebec County, Maine, although I have seen them in …
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Question
Hi: I found these plants growing in a ditch in Augusta, Kennebec County, Maine, although I have seen them in other locations, as well. I haven't found them in any of my wildflower books, or through an online search. I'm wondering if they're escapees. Any suggestions as to their identify would be very much appreciated. Regards, Don Lemieux
Answer
Dear Don, this plant is called Filipendula rubra (prairie dropwort). It is a non-native member of the Rosaceae (but is native to North America).
