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Plant ID #749416

Asked May 12, 2021, 2:12 AM EDT

My partner and I are lovers of plants and gardens but are lacking in the plant ID department. We purchased a home in Minneapolis in November and are now beginning to see all perennials leafing out and blooming. I have several pictures that I would appreciate IDs for. More than is able to be accommodated on this internet form, unfortunately. Are you perchance able to email me so that I can reply by email with additional photos. For now, three images are attached. We would appreciate specific or near-specific names for the plants, such as the sedums and violets. Best, /shawn <personal data hidden>

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

Thank you for your question.  The first photo is Lysimachia nummularia which is also known as moneywort, creeping jenny and twopenny.  It is a low-growing creeper that is often used as ground cover.  It can become an aggressive spreader but is not difficult to pull.  The second photo is Euphorbia cyparissias or cypress spurge.  This is an ornamental introduced from Europe in the 1800s.  This can also become an aggressive spreader so it is best to keep it in an area where it can't take over.  Finally, the third photo is of Viola sororia or wild violet.  This plant self-seeds and can spread very quickly.  Of note, both the leaves and flowers are edible.  

If you need additional identification, you can submit questions via the same process.  We do ask that you submit a new request each time.  I also suggest using a plant identification app on a cell phone.  These are quite accurate and can be a very useful tool.  Congratulations on your new property!

An Ask Extension Expert Replied May 12, 2021, 10:12 AM EDT

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