MICHIGAN WEEDS. 



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Fig. 197 (175). 



Rugel's Broad-leaved Plantain. Plantago 

 Rugelii Decne. Leaves thinner, always crim- 

 son at base, spikes thin, 30-60 cm. high. This 

 species has invaded fields of the farm and 

 become a serious pest; often found in seeds of 

 red clover, a native to some portions of our 

 country. 



Fig. 198 (174). 



Broad-leaved Plantain. Plantago major 

 L. Perennial, smooth or hairy, 15-90 cm. 

 high; leaves light green, 3-11 -ribbed, base of all 

 leaves without tinge of crimson. 



Possibly a native of some region of North 

 America. Not a vigorous weed in Michigan. 



