Diodia virginiana (weed)
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Author(s): Karan A. Rawlins, University of Georgia
Source: IPM Images
Author(s): Karan A. Rawlins, University of Georgia
Source: IPM Images
Diodia virginiana (weed) L. - (Virginia buttonweed)
This plant is native to eastern North America and parts of Central America. It has been introduced into Japan and some other regions. It can be a problem weed in turfgrass and is difficult to control due to its extensive root system and its ability to reproduce vegetatively from the roots.
D. virginiana is a low-growing perennial plant, with opposite leaves and small white star-shaped flowers in the leaf axils. The stems can reach a length of up to 100 cm. The egg-shaped fruits have a size of around 5-8 x 3-5 mm and produce flat, dark brown seed, about 2-3 x 4-5 mm large.
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