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Common Burdock

Arctium minus

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Illustration of Common Burdock (Arctium minus)

Common Burdock is a biennial plant with large leaves and purple thistle-like flowers. It is known for its burrs that cling to clothing and animal fur. The roots are edible and used in traditional medicine.

Habitat
Grows in waste areas, roadsides, and fields.
Diet
Pollinated by bees and other insects.
How common
Common

Best time to see a Common Burdock

The best time to see a Common Burdock is July–September, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 8,404 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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