Common names: weed bedstraw, cross clover, woods bedstraw, wild licorice

Scientific names: Galium circaezans

Seasons of significant use: summer (for Galium spp. complex)

Characteristics: Native, perennial, cool season forb to 2.0 feet. Stems 4-angled, usually erect, usually simple but sometimes branched, 1-several originating from base; leaves usually in whorls of 4 (sometimes 6), simple, often with hairs (especially below and on veins); inflorescences usually simple or with 1 or 2 widely spreading forks; flowers mostly sessile or on very short pedicels; fruits mostly sessile or on very short pedicels, bristly. Flowers April-October.

Plant community type: Primarily found in wooded uplands.

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Appendix C: Plants by Common Name
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