This plant in the Gulf Islands, BC

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  1. Charlotte E

    Charlotte E Active Member

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    This plant appeared on a path behind our garage. It is an area that was cleared a year ago. I am not sure if it some kind of fern? I have not seen any more like it. I would describe the leaves as feathery. It is just over 1 foot tall. Exact locale is South Pender Island.
     

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    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Not a fern. I suspect a weedy member of the mustard family.
     
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    I have just looked at the weed guide on the your.kingcounty.gov website and it looks similar to the tansy ragwort. I will check out mustard family as well when I get to a faster internet connection.
     
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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    You are correct about the Senecio, the leaf shape is distinctive.
     
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    Yep, agreed.
     
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