Invasive Family: Grass family (Poaceae)
Invasives
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Common Reed (Phragmites australis)
Common reed, or Phragmites, is a tall, perennial grass that can grow to over 15 feet in height. In North America, both native Phragmites (Phragmites australis ssp. americanus Saltonstall, P.M. Peterson & Soreng) and introduced subspecies are found. Introduced Phragmites forms dense stands which include both live stems and standing…
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Japanese Stiltgrass (Microstegium vimineum)
Japanese stiltgrass, native to East Asia, is an annual grass that can grow 5-6 feet in length, but the arching stems make it appear shorter. The name “stiltgrass” comes from the weak, prop-like roots which pull easily out of the ground. The 3” lance-shaped leaves are limy-green and taper at…