Question: I came accross this growing in the middle of a river at Perdanales State Park in Central Texas about 45 …
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Question
I came accross this growing in the middle of a river at Perdanales State Park in Central Texas about 45 miles West of Austin. I've been in Texas for 45 years and never recall seeing this. Not sure if it is native or not. The boanists around here are stuped. Any ideas?
Answer
Dear swtexan, try comparing images/specimens of Ricinus communis (a member of the Euphorbiaceae). The palmately lobed leaves with mesifixed petioles is a good marker for this plant. Best wishes.
