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Ragweed- A North American weed with small, green flower heads. It has a large amount of pollen which can cause hay fever in some people. It received its name from the ragged shape of its leaves. |
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Bulrushes- An aquatic/marshland herb with grass-like leaves and sometimes clusters of small, brown "spikelets." It is not considered a grass because of its triangular stems. Most bulrushes are perennial. They can be woven into mats and chair seats and the ancient Egyptians used these for Papyrus. |
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Weeping Birch- A family of deciduous trees and shrubs, with the male and female flowers growing on separate plants. They are highly valued for their hardwood lumber and for use as ornamental trees. Its bark separates in layers and was used by First Nations Peoples for canoes and baskets. |
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Wild Asters- A family which contains approximately 25 000 species and are located just about all over the world. They have radiate flower heads, white, pink, or violet petals, and usually a yellow disk. Many of the species found in Canada were brought over by Europeans, but some are found naturally as well. |
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***These are the main trees found in the retention pond area, but Jack Pine, Showy Mountain Ash, Red Pine, Willow, and Arroweeds were reported as well.*** |
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