Ludwigia peploides
Ludwigia peploides floating seedbox
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This plant is native from South Carolina to Kansas and south to Texas and Louisiana, and has become adventive in PA. Current populations are in the very south-east and Allegheny county. Floating seedbox has invasive tendencies and can be highly abundant in a locality.
Stems of this plant float at or below surface and can extend to several meters in length. The bright yellow flowers on long stalks stay above the water.
Habitat & Range
Infrequent but can be locally abundant in shallow water or silty muddy shores.
Found in the south-east of the state, see distribution map at BONAP.
Wetland codes
| EMP: | OBL |
|---|---|
| NCNE: | OBL |
Phenology
Flowers July to September.
Plant Codes
S-rank: No Rank
G-rank: G5 (Secure)
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Plant Life-Form
Common Names
floating seedbox
primrose-willow
creeping water-primrose
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