Question: I assume this the attached photos are of purple loosestrife, although the plant doesn't have the single upright stems I …
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Question
I assume this the attached photos are of purple loosestrife, although the plant doesn't have the single upright stems I am used to seeing as I'm driving. I just want to be sure I have the ID correct. This is in the marshy area on the edge of an abandoned beaver pond.
Answer
Dear HuntRoadRaven, yes, you are correct. The plant you have photographed is Lythrum salicaria (purple loosestrife). This plant sometimes branches based on growing conditions or damage to the main stem. Best wishes.
