UNBC & Aleza Lake Research Forest
Plant Systems Database


Menyanthes trifoliata    ( Buckbean )

Family: MENYANTHACEAE


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Species: menyanthes trifoliata L.

Depiction: Perennial; common to wetter soils, such as in bogs and marshes; also along lake and pond edges; low to moderate elevation.

Photograph Date: June 17th, 2004

Photographer: Justin Hooper



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>Menyanthes trifoliata general description<

Menyanthes trifoliata spring image-flower

Menyanthes trifoliata spring image-inflorescence