Wingleaf Primrose-Willow

Ludwigia decurrens

"Ludwigia decurrens" is a species of flowering plant in the evening primrose family known by the common names willow primrose and wingleaf primrose-willow. It is native to the central and eastern United States.
Wingleaf Primrose-Willow (Ludwigia decurrens) At the edge of a wetland (in a drainage ditch within it) in Floyd County, GA. Not 100 percent sure on ID. Will go back to check some features to confirm. Any ID guidance is much appreciated. https://www.jungledragon.com/image/66271/wingleaf_primrose-willow_ludwigia_decurrens.html https://www.jungledragon.com/image/66270/wingleaf_primrose-willow_ludwigia_decurrens.html Geotagged,Ludwigia decurrens,Primrose-Willow,Summer,United States,Wingleaf Primrose-Willow,ludwigia,wetland,wetlands

Appearance

This species is an annual or woody perennial herb growing up to 6 feet tall. It has an erect form and a winged stem. The linear leaves are alternately arranged. The flower has four to five yellow petals.
Wingleaf Primrose-Willow (Ludwigia decurrens) At the edge of a wetland (in a drainage ditch within it) in Floyd County, GA. Not 100 percent sure on ID. Will go back to check some features to confirm. Any ID guidance is much appreciated. https://www.jungledragon.com/image/66271/wingleaf_primrose-willow_ludwigia_decurrens.html https://www.jungledragon.com/image/66269/wingleaf_primrose-willow_ludwigia_decurrens.html Geotagged,Ludwigia decurrens,Summer,United States

Habitat

This plant grows in wet habitat types, often alongside "Polygonum" and "Cyperus" species. This species has been shown to have allelopathic effects on other plants.

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Taxonomy
KingdomPlantae
DivisionAngiosperms
ClassEudicots
OrderMyrtales
FamilyOnagraceae
GenusLudwigia
SpeciesL. decurrens
Photographed in
Indonesia
United States of America