Galium aparine (Cleavers) is a widespread and abundant weed
that occurs in waste places and gardens, including gullies. It is
the most robust of the Galium species and the most common of
the introduced species. The leaves are large (>10mm long) and in
whorls more at least 6. The stems are often more than 50 cm long.
The stems have very small prickles that cause the plant to cling to
clothing and skin alike.
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