Any guesses what we're looking at...

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  1. Pieter

    Pieter Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    I rather suspect we're dealing with something close to a weed, seeing as the gal who gave it to us has tons of it in her backyard, but I'd like to be able to put a name to it....
     

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    Margot Renowned Contributor 10 Years

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    I wouldn't bet any money on it but your photos remind me of an enthusiastic weed called Herb Robert, Geranium robertianum. Regardless, the fact that your acquaintance has 'tons' of it in her backyard should set off alarm bells for you.
     
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    Pieter Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    Thanks Margot, kinda figured it was a Geranium of some kind....We'll heed the warning...
     
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    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Just give a leaf a tap between two fingers -- if it smells like sesame oil, then that'll confirm the ID.
     
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    Pieter Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    About all I could smell was something akin to fresh carrots....
     

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