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Forum: Plant and Tree IdentificationReplies: 2, Views: 54
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DebinSC
Summerville, SC
(Zone 8a)

July 24, 2008
7:57 PM

Post #5314756

OK, I'm fairly certain this is a weed because I know I didn't plant it. It just appeared amongst the dahlias.
When it first came up the seedlings looked like zinnias, which I did plant, but...nope..not zinnia.

However, it's not exactly ugly, so if it's not invasive, I may keep it. :)
Anyone know what it is? Those white flowers are about maybe 1/4" across or so. The plants are about 12" tall.

TIA!
Deb

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Metrosideros
Keaau, HI

July 24, 2008
8:16 PM

Post #5314855

It looks to be in the Rubiaceae, the Coffee Family. I think it may be Richardia brasiliensis, a native of South America. Good time of year for it to be in your area.
It is widely naturalized.
DebinSC
Summerville, SC
(Zone 8a)

July 24, 2008
8:36 PM

Post #5314961

Metro: I looked it up and I think you nailed it. It seems that whether it's invasive or not depends on your heat zone.
I think I'll let it stay for now, but will watch it...closely.

Thanks for the I.D.!
Deb

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