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Goosegrass |
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Galium aparine |
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Very common among tall herbage and wherever it can find something to scramble over; also occurs on shore close to tideline where it tends to lie flat. Flower diameter c 2-3 mm Skye ID: Easily told from other Bedstraw species by rough feel - clings to clothing. Other features: Annual. Fruits covered with hooked hairs which cling to animal fur and help disperse seeds. |
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Carl Farmer |
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| Typical beach specimen | ||