Other common names:
Cloveroot Family: Rose Family (Rosaceae) Group: Avens Distinctive features:
Large stipules surround the stems (stipules are small leaf-like structures). These distinguish it from Yellow Avens (Geum aleppicum). Similar species: • Catlings Avens (Geum X catlingii) - Paler yellow and sparser flowers. • White Avens (Geum canadense) - White flowers. • Yellow Avens (Geum aleppicum) - Stipules do not surround the stem. Also the stems are stouter. • Water Avens (Geum rivale) - Flowers are very different.
Flowers: Summer; Yellow; 5 parts (petals) Leaves: Alternate, Toothed Habitat: Forests Native/Non-native:
Non-native Notes:
This is a very invasive non-native plant. Pull it up if you find it in your garden, or else it will spread quickly. The large stipules distinguish this species from Yellow Avens (Geum aleppicum).
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