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Swamp Smartweed

Polygonum coccineum

Swamp Smartweed

Swamp Smartweed

Swamp Smartweed

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For additional assistance identifying weeds, contact Dr. Kevin Braldly, State Extension Weed Scientist (bradleyke@missouri.edu).

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