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can you identify this plant? #807266

Asked August 21, 2022, 9:18 AM EDT

this plant/weed is roughly 6-7 feet high. is it something i should keep or is it a ginormous weed? Thank you.

Oakland County Michigan

Expert Response

This is giant ragweed. This is a common native annual. You can just pull it out.
http://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/weeds/plants/giant_ragweed.htm
https://michiganflora.net/species.aspx?id=215

An Ask Extension Expert Replied August 22, 2022, 7:59 AM EDT

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can you identify this plant? #807266

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