Thanks Arthur, I thought that was the one, but am used to seeing it freshwater habitats and wasn't sure if it also was found in salt marshes. I will notice the ligules next time. Thanks again. Lauren ----- Original Message ----- From: "Arthur Haines" <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Monday, August 23, 2004 3:33 PM Subject: Re: Agrostis in salt marshes > Lauren, > > Agrostis stolonifera is a bentgrass that commonly occurs on the edge of > saline-influenced habitats. The basally decumbent stems, long ligules, > and relatively short, congested inflorescence (relatively Agrostis > gigantea) identify this plant. Let me know if images would help and I > can send you one. > > Arthur Haines > Plant Biologist > (207) 318-4255 > > -----Original Message----- > From: - JBS-L - Josselyn Botanical Society discussion list of the > University of Maine [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of > Stockwell > Sent: Monday, August 23, 2004 2:39 PM > To: [log in to unmask] > Subject: Agrostis in salt marshes > > Does anyone know which Agrostis is most likely to be found in salt > marshes, or in the brackish edge, in mid-coast Maine. Is it A. > stolonifera? Thanks, Lauren Stockwell >