recognize this spider?

Qmonwy

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Anyone know what kind of a spider this is? If one at all. I only noticed 2 or 3 of them, this one unfortunately didn't make it much past the photo op.
 

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Curious about the replies. Generally, they're helpful as predators
Usually they are, I've just never seen one of these before. Seem to be just on the pot plants. I have some nice lady bugs and dragon flies around helping out. The plants are outside in my yard by the way.
 
Only problems with spiders that I have is the webs. They tend to fight off leaf eaters but still make a big mess. Especially around the clustered leaf areas. Damn web mess... My experience at least
 
What part of the world is this spider in?

It is probably a spiderling, not an adult, probably a garden or orb species. It matters where in the world, if it is anywhere but North America I have no idea. It is doubtlessly beneficial, but watch out for webs during flower like dude said.

My best guess is Genus Argiope

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Argiope_(spider)
This spider would reside in the crappy state of Massachusetts. I have and will continue to look for Webs.
 
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