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Plant Identification - Velvetleaf, Abutilon theophrasti

 
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Hello!
What are your best plant identification resources in general?
And in particular, do you know what this is?
It's a weed I found in a corn maze. 6-7 feet tall, velevty stem, heart shaped seeds.
Thanks!
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This is sometimes a good place to identify plants:

http://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/weeds/plants/velvetleaf.htm

Velvetleaf, Abutilon theophrasti











http://www.eattheweeds.com/velvet-leaf-fiber-and-food/
 
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Thank you! Facinating info. I appreciate your help!
 
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