Spurred Anoda is a recent introduction to New Jersey. It is a weed of the south but apparently came into the state (mostly southern New Jersey) with soybean seeds. It is closely related to velvetleaf and common mallow.
![Photo of Spurred Anoda Flower](images/large/spurredanoda-full.jpg)
Photo by Dr. John Meade, weed scientist emeritus
Rutgers NJAES Cooperative Extension
![Photo of Spurred Anoda Fruit](images/large/spurredanoda-fruit-full.jpg)
Photo by Dr. John Meade, weed scientist emeritus
Rutgers NJAES Cooperative Extension