2024 Range & Pasture Western Rangeland Weed & Brush ID Guide

Annual Weeds

PRICKLY LETTUCE Lactuca serriola Life Cycle: Annual Plant Description:

Annual weed with prickly leaves that emits a milky sap when cut. Leaves are arranged alternately on the stem between 2 to14 inches long. Flowers are approximately ½ inch wide and are composed of 5 to 12 yellow toothed petals. Treatment: Apply 16 fluid ounces of HighNoon ®

herbicide per acre. Use lower rate for preemergence. Use higher rate when weeds are actively growing, and conditions are favorable for growth.

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