Tuesday, July 16, 2024

July 16, 2024

This plant is Hesperis matronalis
Commonly known as Dame's Rocket
It is pretty but should never be planted or bought -
In America, it's an invasive exotic.

Location: Pipe Creek Wildlife Area,  Sandusky, OH

Sources: https://www.invasive.org/alien/pubs/midatlantic/hema.htm

Photo and text © 2024 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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