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Caesar's weed

Urena lobata

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Description:

Is an annual, variable, ascendant under shrub measuring 0.5 m to 2.5 m tall. The stems are covered with minute star - like hairs often tinged purple. The leaf shape is palmately lobed. Like the stem, the leaves also have tiny hairs. Flowers of the plant are pink - violet and grow one centimeter in width. The fruit is also hairy and may stick to clothing material or fur.

Habitat:

River side, dry land with enough water, open forest

Notes:

Also edible, more info about it on : www.eattheweeds.com

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