| Agronomy
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Jimsonweed
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| Jimsonweed
is an annual plant which spreads only by seed. It is found throughout
Indiana and our neighboring states. Jimsonweed has a very thick and
shallow root system. At maturity the stems will be very hard, thick,
hollow, and purplish-red in color. |
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The seedling
has very large narrow cotyledons. If the stems of jimsonweed are
broken off or crushed they release a very rank odor. |
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| Jimsonweed
is commonly found in fertile areas especially in cultivated fields. |
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The flowers
are trumpet-shaped and develop into large spiny seed pods. |
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| The poisonous
seeds are irregularly shaped, pitted and grayish-black to black in color. |
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