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
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