What shape are the leaves?

Heart-shaped with serrated edges

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Spear-shaped to oval, with pointed tips

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Needle-like

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Large, broad, deeply lobed leaves

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What colour are the flowers?

Bright yellow

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White

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Purple

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Pink

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How tall does it typically grow?

20–50 cm

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50–150 cm

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2–3 m

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Up to 2 metres

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When does it usually flower?

January–February

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June to August.

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September–December

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May – June

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Is it annual, biennial, or perennial?

Annual

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Biennial

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Perennial

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Which feature is unique to this plant?

Tiny stinging hairs on stems and leaves

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Large umbrella-shaped flower heads (umbels).

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Milky sap when broken

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Spiral leaf arrangement

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What type of soil does it prefer?

Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil that mimics woodland floors.

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Dry, sandy soil

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Moist, fertile soil.

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Salty coastal soil

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Where is this plant commonly found in the UK?

Urban streets and woodlands

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Grassland, meadows, hedgerows, roadsides, and riverbanks.

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Rocky mountain tops

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Sandy beaches

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How common is it in the UK?

Very rare

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Common

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Endangered

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Found only in gardens

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Which picture correctly shows this species?

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Which picture correctly shows this species?

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Which plant could this species be confused with?

Dandelion

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Giant hogweed

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Nettle

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Bramble

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It's a versatile ingredient that can be used like regular garlic

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Used like spinach in soups and teas

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Baked into pies whole

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Young shoots and leaves cooked as a vegetable.

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Are there any myths, legends, or folklore associated with it?

It's associated with protection and strength, and was used to ward off evil spirits, witches, vampires etc

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It brings bad luck if touched

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It is sacred to dragons

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Very little folklore; mainly known as a traditional countryside plant.

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What medicinal uses is this species known for?

Treating sunburn

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Used as a natural remedy for its antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties.

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Healing broken bones

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Traditionally used for digestive complaints.

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1. Question

What shape are the leaves?

2. Question

What colour are the flowers?

3. Question

How tall does it typically grow?

4. Question

When does it usually flower?

5. Question

Is it annual, biennial, or perennial?

6. Question

Which feature is unique to this plant?

7. Question

What type of soil does it prefer?

8. Question

Where is this plant commonly found in the UK?

9. Question

How common is it in the UK?

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13. Question

What is a traditional edible use of this plant?

14. Question

Are there any myths, legends, or folklore associated with it?

15. Question

What medicinal uses is this species known for?