Areas of frequent washouts are prime habitat for weedy, ruderal species. These areas of persistent disturbance are highly susceptible to colonization by non-native species here in Hawai`i. Most stream and canals here in the state are filled with some of the toughest invasive plants to deal with. And yet surrounding this random storm drain in urban Honolulu is `Ae`ae (Bacopa monnieri). `Ae`ae is a hardy indigenous species of marshy areas. To see it taking advantage of a novel micro-habitat is quite a pleasing sight.