Marsh Elder (Iva annua)
Iva annua, commonly referred to as marsh elder reaches height of 3-6 ft. It is a native annual with a green to yellowish flowers in the summer to fall. Native Americans use to culivate this plant as a seed crop. It can be found in marshes, swamps and wet meadows.
Species Details
Common Name (Botanical Name) | Marsh Elder (Iva annua) |
Alternatative Common Names | Rough Marsh Elder, Annual Marsh Elder |
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Bloom Season | Summer-Fall |
Group | Wildflowers/Forbs |
Bloom Color | Green |
Duration | Annual |
Soil moisture | Dry (Xeric);Medium (Mesic) |
Soil texture | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun;Part Shade |
Status | Native |
Wetland status | FAC |
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Average height | 3-4ft |
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RNS Region | 1;2;3;5 |
Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
Seeds Per Lb. | 55000 |
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Seeds Per Packet | |
Product Benefits | Low Growing;Wildlife Cover;Wildlife Food; |