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Ragnar writes
On Feb 21, 11:08*am, Jim xzy wrote:
Can anyone kindly identify this weed?

http://tinyurl.com/7wtkbg9

It grows about 3ft to 4ft tall eventually, and is invasive. It has very
deep tuberous roots. It is very hard to kill off, because its roots go very
deep. It is becoming a problem down here in South West Dorset.

Sorry, I can't remember what the flowers look like. I always attack it
before it ever gets to the flowering stage!

Many thanks,

Jim

Looks like Ground Elder to me. Can be a major nuisance I agree.
R.

3 to 4 feet tall is on the tall side for Ground Elder. I'll second the
identification as Alexanders. But don't eat it unless you're 110% sure
of the identification - some umbellifers are seriously toxic.
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Stewart Robert Hinsley