What are some invasive plants in Maryland?

Weed Risk Assesments

Aralia elata (Japanese angelica tree)
Berberis thunbergii (Japanese barberry)
Corydalis incisa (Incised fumewort)
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch broom)
Euonymus alatus (burning bush)
Euonymus fortunei (wintercreeper)
Ficaria verna (fig buttercup)
Geranium lucidum (shining cranesbill)

How do I identify a plant in my backyard?

I recommend taking three photos of the plant that you are looking to identify to give iNaturalist the best chance at identifying it correctly:

1) A closeup photo of a flower or other unique feature.
2) A closeup photo of the leaves.
3) A picture of the full plant.
1) Start with the trees.
2) Move on to the landscaped areas.

What are 6 common plants found on the Eastern Shore?

Ten Chesapeake Bay native plants to plant in your yard this…

Eastern Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)
Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana)
Scarlet Beebalm (Monarda didyma)
Red Maple (Acer rubrum)
Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida)
Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)
Dense Blazing Star (Liatris spicata)

Are there any invasive species in Maryland?

The nutria is a large, brown, semi-aquatic rodent that looks like a beaver and lives in marshes and wetlands on the Delmarva Peninsula and other parts of the Bay watershed. Native to South America, the nutria was introduced in Maryland to Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge in 1943 for fur farming.

Is Rose of Sharon invasive in Maryland?

For example, sterile or nearly-sterile cultivars exist for barberry, nandina, and Callery pear, plus other weedy species that aren’t specifically regulated as invasive, like rose-of-Sharon and butterfly bush.

How do you identify an unknown plant?

The location and form (shape) of the plant can also be used to provide identifying clues.

Leaves. The shape, size and other surface characteristics of leaves are often the first features used to narrow down the possibilities when looking at an unknown plant.
Leaf arrangement.
Bark and trunk.
Flowers, berries and cones.

What evergreens are native to Maryland?

Evergreens

American Holly. (Ilex opaca) American hollies grow from 15-50 feet tall and produce red, fleshy berries that are available throughout the winter.
Arborvitae. (Thuja occidentalis)
Eastern Red Cedar. (Juniperus virginiana)
Sweetbay Magnolia. (Magnolia virginiana)
Pines. (Pinus spp.)

What plants are found in and around the Chesapeake Bay?

Five of the most common are wild celery, found in freshwater; sago pondweed, redhead grass, and widgeon grass found in more estuarine water; and eelgrass found in the lower Bay in saltier water. Salinity, water depth, and bottom sediment determine where each species can grow.

Where can I find a Maryland plant Atlas?

College Park, MD: Cooperative Extension Service, University of Maryland. Maryland Plant Atlas webpage. http:// www.marylandplantatlas.org/index.php Petrides, G.A. & Wehr, Janet (1998). Peterson Field Guides: Eastern Trees.

What are the different types of shrubs in Maryland?

MARYLAND SHRUBS Name Scientific Name Blooms Alder, Hazel Alnus serrulata (Aiton) Willd. March – April Arrowwood, Southern Viburnum dentatum L. May – June Azalea, Dwarf Rhododendron atlanticum (Ashe) Rehder April – May Baccharis, Eastern Baccharis halimifolia L. Aug. – Sept.

What are some big leaf plants that have big leaves?

Big Leaf Outdoor Plants 1. Giant Rhubarb. This big leaf perennial has hairy, thick, veined leaves that grow up to 4-5 feet across on pink hairy… 2. Giant Silver Mullein. Mulleins exhibit 12-16 inches long gray-green leaves. Its variety, ‘Arctic Summer,’ grows up to… 3. Umbrella Plant. Also known

What kind of plant has green leaves with white veins?

Also known as Siberian bugloss, this perennial has medium to dark green leaves. Some variegated varieties like ‘Jack Frost’ have ovate, dinner-plate-sized leaves patterned in green veins on the white surface. 12. Butterbur