False Loose-strife (not a true grass, weed)
Ludwigia sp. · Broadleaf weed (not a grass)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Invasive/Weed Grass
Hardiness Zones
Hardy across various temperate and tropical zones depending on the specific species.
Grass Family
Onagraceae
Variety / Cultivar
Wild type
About This Grass
An upright broadleaf plant featuring alternate leaves and distinct bright yellow four-petaled flowers, typical of wetland and moist soil habitats.
Blade Characteristics
Broad, lanceolate leaves with smooth margins, distinct veins, and alternate arrangement; not grass blades.
Root System
Fibrous root system with occasional rooting at lower nodes in wet conditions.
Growing Information
Origin Region
North America
Growth Habit
Erect to creeping herbaceous plant
Sunlight & Water Needs
Prefers full sun to partial shade and wet soils, frequently found near water bodies.
Mowing & Maintenance
Managed through hand-pulling or selective broadleaf herbicides; not a turfgrass.
Special Characteristics
Acts as a weed in turfgrass settings; wetland indicator species.
Ecological Information
Native wetland plant providing cover and food for aquatic and semi-aquatic wildlife.