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Cleavers

Galium aparine

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Description:

These guys always let me know spring is here when they pop up before most things. One persons weed, another's favorite toy and someone's medicine

Habitat:

PNW Forest

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j126755
Ah, bed straw cleavers... From what I've learned they are a very good for the lymphatic system (immune system) when made into a tea, I've tried it myself and id recommend this to anyone

Spotted for Missions

Mission
Columbia River Gorge Watch
Mission
Portland: Urban Biodiversity
Mission
Native Edible and Medicinal Plants of the Pacific Northwest

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PublishedJune 3, 2013

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