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Capsella bursa-pastoris

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Field Notes

Description:

A widespread member of the mustard family (Brassicaceae) introduced from Eurasia. The distinctive triangular fruits give the species its common name. Flowers are small, white, and four petaled.

Habitat:

Lawns, roadsides, disturbed areas.

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Capsella bursa-pastoris

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