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Spotted Lady's Thumb

Persicaria maculosa

Photo by ForestDragon
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Field Notes

Description:

Lanky, somewhat sprawling plant. Green stems with alternate, lanceolate leaves. Leaves have a dark "smudge" marking. Tiny, pale pink to white, flowers grow in a bunch at the top of a spike. Native to Eurasia.

Habitat:

Suburban yard.

Reference Links:

Redshank - Persicaria maculosa - Overview

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The Wildflowers of New York State

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PublishedMarch 17, 2014

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