Galium aparine, August 15, 2023
Common & scientific name
Cleavers, Galium aparine
Family
Madder, Rubiaceae
Location
Weller Trail, 9,500’
Fun, weird, helpful, or little known fact
The name cleavers means "to cling," in this case by hooked hairs on both this plant’s leaves and seeds. This is one of the rare annuals found on the Pass.