Shaggy Soldier or Quickweed[Galinsoga quadriradiata] found off the Blue Ridge Parkway, near the Folk Art Center, on 2 August 2013. It’s a member of the Aster (Asteraceae) family. Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide, pages 284-285 states that it blooms in summer and fall and is a “common weed of gardens.” It also names it just “Galinsoga” and lists under the scientific synonym of Galinsoga ciliiata
USDA Plants Listing: Galinsoga quadriradiata
Shaggy Soldier on Blue Ridge Parkway – 2 August 2013
Shaggy Soldier (closer) – 2 August 2013
