Goosegrass Collection

Cleavers, Galium aparine
5855830 Cleavers, Galium aparine; (add.info.: Cleavers, Galium aparine. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora), Stockholm

Goosegrass plant Galium aparine scientific illustration
Digitally restored image of an original antique illustration by Sowerby published in 1860s in The English Botany

Sneezewort, Milfoil or Yarrow, Woodruff, Goosegrass or Cleavers, 1951 (colour litho)
2919985 Sneezewort, Milfoil or Yarrow, Woodruff, Goosegrass or Cleavers, 1951 (colour litho) by Inglis, Bessie D. (fl. 1927-1939); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration, Sphingidae -- Thyrididae -- Sesiidae -- Macroglossa Stellatarum, Macroglossa Croatica, Hemaris Bombyliformis, Hemaris Fuciformis, Thyris Fenestrella, Trochilium Apiformis

Galium Aparine; Goosegrass

Galium Aparine, Goosegrass

Small white flowers of cleavers or goosegrass, Galium aparine, with green leaves with hooked hairs which stick to clothing

Cleavers or goosegrass, Galium aparine, plant growing amonst garden rubble

Seedling cleavers or goosegrass, Galiu aparine, annual arable and garden weed with cotyledons and first true leaves just forming

Common Carpet (Epirrhoe alternata) adult, resting on Common Cleavers (Galium aparine) larval foodplant, Hampshire, England, June

Goosegrass fruit, SEM
Goosegrass fruit. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the hooked fruit of a goosegrass plant (Galium aparine). The hooks become lodged in the fur of passing animals

Common Cleavers (Galium aparine) close-up of leaves, stems and fruits, stuck to clothing with burrs, Bacton, Suffolk, England, june

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"Goosegrass: A Sticky and Versatile Plant" Goosegrass, scientifically known as Galium aparine, is a fascinating plant that has captured the attention of botanists and nature enthusiasts alike. This sneezewort, milfoil or yarrow-like species belongs to the Rubiaceae family and is commonly found in various regions across the globe. The Dorling Kindersley Collection features a stunning scientific illustration of this unique plant, showcasing its intricate details. With its small white flowers and green leaves covered in hooked hairs, goosegrass possesses a distinctive feature - these tiny hooks allow it to stick onto anything it comes into contact with. It's no wonder why it is also referred to as cleavers. This annual arable and garden weed can be found growing among garden rubble or even sprouting from seedlings. Its cotyledons are easily recognizable during early growth stages. The versatility extends beyond its ability to cling onto surfaces; it serves as an essential food source for certain insects like Common Carpet (Epirrhoe alternata) butterflies. A closer look at goosegrass fruit under scanning electron microscopy reveals its intriguing structure. These fruits play a vital role in dispersing seeds far and wide, ensuring the survival of this resilient plant species. Whether you admire goosegrass for its tenacity or appreciate its ecological significance, there's no denying that this humble plant holds many secrets waiting to be discovered. So next time you come across those sticky leaves sticking to your clothes while exploring nature, take a moment to appreciate the wonders of Galium aparine - the remarkable goosegrass.