Weed of the Week

April 26th 2007

Flixweed, Descurainia Sophia (L.) Webb. Ex Prantl

 

 

Characteristics

Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard)

Origin: Europe

Description:

• Winter annual
• Different from other mustards in finely pinate leaves

Stems:

• Single stem with multiple branches
• Grows up to two feet in height

Leaves:

• Finely narrow and alternate
• Covered with fine hairs

Flowers:

• Petals are yellow or yellow-green and very tiny
• Pods, called siliques grow between 1/2 - 1 1/4 inches in length
• Containing the seeds

Locations:

    Flixweed is a very prolific seed producer.  It is commonly found along roadways and where soil has been disturbed.

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