What type of weed? - Ask Extension
Hello,
I’m trying to identify this plant. I’m pretty certain it’s a weed and probably invasive. Please advise. TIA!
Peach Ford
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What type of weed? #889241
Asked November 02, 2024, 5:26 PM EDT
Hello,
I’m trying to identify this plant. I’m pretty certain it’s a weed and probably invasive. Please advise. TIA!
Peach Ford
Ingham County Michigan
Expert Response
Hi Peach -
Yes, it's a hairy bittercress: a Weed. The botanical name is Cardamine hirsuta. It's not native in the USA. It is a common weed here, though.
Here are some links about controlling this plant: https://extension.psu.edu/lawn-and-turfgrass-weeds-hairy-bittercress
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/identify-and-manage-hairy-bittercress-in-nurseries-greenhouses-part-1
I hope this helps.
Yes, it's a hairy bittercress: a Weed. The botanical name is Cardamine hirsuta. It's not native in the USA. It is a common weed here, though.
Here are some links about controlling this plant: https://extension.psu.edu/lawn-and-turfgrass-weeds-hairy-bittercress
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/identify-and-manage-hairy-bittercress-in-nurseries-greenhouses-part-1
I hope this helps.
Thank you, Denise! It’s kinda pretty but sounds like it will spread EVERYWHERE! I’ll pull it out. Thanks for your expertise!
Peach Ford
