Common Name:
Meadowsweet

Scientific Name:
Spiraea alba DuRoi

Family:
Rose (Rosaceae)

Plant Description:
Meadowsweet is a perennial plant ranging in height from 1-3 feet. It is a woody shrub with alternate, lance shaped, finely serrated leaves. White flowers appear in dense terminal panicles during the months of June-August.

Remarks:
Meadowsweet can be found in many areas surrounding cranberry marshes. On cranberry marshes it is found commonly along drainage ditch edges and dikes. It is not a serious competitor with cranberries.