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RUBIACEAE
Madder Family
Galium aparine  (catchweed bedstraw)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Galium: from the Greek gala (milk), referring to certain species used to curdle milk; aparine: Greek name for the plant called cleavers (due to its hooked bristles)
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Annual Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
May-June
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Woodlands, stream banks, roadsides
State Status
Common
Piedmont Status
Common
Coastal Plain Status
Common
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
1
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
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Medicinal Properties
Part used: Fresh Herb. Used internally as a tea or tincture for inflammation of the genitourinary tract, vas deferens, lymph swelling, skin conditions like acne, dermatitis, and eczema, and for gout. Topically used as a wound wash for minor skin inflammations, poison ivy dermatitis, bruises, and sprains.
ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Ponds, Lakes, and Reservoirs (Millponds)