Wetland I.D. Guide - Island County Government

non-native Vegetation
Eurasian Water-Milfoil – Myriophyllum spicatum
general: Aquatic plant with leafy stems growing 30-100 cm long. Leaves are whorled, 1-3
cm long and separate into many thread-like segments giving it a featherlike appearance.
Where Found: Lakes, ponds, sloughs, slow-moving streams and other aquatic areas.
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Creeping Buttercup – Ranunculus repens
general: Grows from fibrous roots and has dark green leaves, often with pale spots, seen
year round. Most noted for its deep yellow (10-35 cm wide) flowers with hairy stems.
Where Found: Moist disturbed sites, fields, pastures, gardens, lawns, ditches, clearings,
and in settled areas.
Hairy Willow-Herb – Epilobium hirsutum
general: Most distinct for its size: 1 to 2 m tall. It has showy pink-purple flowers extending from the
top of the plant, pod-like seed capsules, hairy, toothed leaves, and hairy stems.
Where Found: Wet and semi-wet areas.
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Field Indicators
Excellent
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Good
Good