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Mustard plant

Brassicaceae sp.

Photo by KatherineD
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Field Notes

Description:

Some sort of small plant on the edge of a lawn. Small, bulbous leaves, and a sturdy stalk.

Species ID Suggestions

Shepherd's purse

Capsella bursa-pastoris

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Behn
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Comments (2)
KatherineD
I think you're right - it's definitely from the Mustard family, but I don't think it's Shepherd's purse. Thanks!
Behn
Hmm, now that I look at the other pictures, are the seed pods shaped like an upside down heart? If not, it's not Shepherd's purse, but still looks to be at least Mustard family (Brassicaceae).

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PublishedAugust 4, 2011

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