2024 Range & Pasture Western Rangeland Weed & Brush ID Guide

Biennial & Perennial Weeds

WINGSTEM Verbesina alternifolia

Life Cycle: Perennial Plant Description:

A perennial that may grow as tall as 13 feet with showy yellow flowers and conspicuous “wings” that run along the length of the stem. Leaves are hairless and have a serrated edge. Flowers occur in clusters at the ends of erect stems.

Treatment: Apply 16 fluid ounces of HighNoon ®

herbicide per acre. Apply after emergence when plants have reached 6 to 10 inches in height and continue until bloom.

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