Missouri Weeds Missouri Weeds Developed and Maintained by Dr. Fred Fishel Welcome to Missouri Weeds. The purpose of this informational program is to acquaint you with some of the more common weedy plants encountered in Missouri. Correct identification of any pest, including weeds, is critical in planning control strategies.
Weeds are niche invaders and inhabit a diverse array of habitats.
For the purpose of this program, we have generalized the sites where many of our common weeds establish niches. From the menu shown below, click on one of the site selections to view photographs of various weeds which commonly inhabit these areas. Special appreciation is extended to Bill Dierker, retired IPM team member, for his invaluable contribution of many of these images. Copyright 1999, The University of Missouri-System Board of Curators.