|
|
| What characteristic do you really hate in a plant? |
| Thorns or spines |
|
75% |
[ 3 ] |
| Nasty odor |
|
0% |
[ 0 ] |
| Toxicity or dermatitis-inducing |
|
0% |
[ 0 ] |
| Staining juices |
|
0% |
[ 0 ] |
| Weediness |
|
0% |
[ 0 ] |
| Ugliness |
|
0% |
[ 0 ] |
| Other |
|
0% |
[ 0 ] |
| Doesn't fruit plenty of Gold! |
|
25% |
[ 1 ] |
|
| Total Votes : 4 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2007 9:42 pm
To inject this young guild with a little life, I've decided to ask y'all to list any and all plants that you find to be quite despicable, nasty, offensive, useless, or otherwise hate-worthy. I suggest the following format: (1) Scientific name (with or without the pesky authorities mentioned) (2) Common name(s) (3) Offending characteristics (4) Any other interesting facts about said species (5) Personal testimony/experience with hated plant I'll start: (1) Solanum carolinense(2) Horse-nettle (3) Weediness, sharp thorns, kinda ugly appearance (irregular jagged leaves), all parts toxic, stinky yellow berries (4) This member of the Nightshade Family has a superficial resemblance to Jimsonweed ( Datura stramonium), a sometimes-lethal "deleriant hallucinogen" that is typically larger in stature and lacks thorns. (5) I frequently encounter this painful weed when working in the yard and garden. Even thick pairs of gloves do little against those thorns. I've been familiar with their "stinky tomato" fruits since I was young. It is hard to come up with something positive to say about this species. Link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carolina_horsenettle
|
 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Tue Sep 25, 2007 1:23 pm
What a wonderful idea! There are a few plants that I dislike greatly, though I cannot always easily explain why.
1) Urtica dioica
2) Stinging nettle
3) Needles that cause a rather unpleasant itch, the fact that they are everywhere
4) It was traditionally used as a herbal medicine and the young leaves are edible (before they develop the needles I would guess). The plants contain a fiber that can be used to make a linen-like cloth.
5)These plants seemed to grow everywhere on our farm and have caused a great deal of discomfort. It became my father's personal goal to get rid of them...which never really happened. They are just too good at what they do.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stinging_nettle
Also:
1)Arctium spp.
2)Burdock
3) Sticky burrs, they seem to be everywhere
4) Burdocks are biennial, meaning they take two years of growth before they are able to seed out. The root can be used to make a tea for arthritis. The burr of this plant inspired the invention of Velcro!
5)This is my archnemesis. The burrs attach so well that it is quite a chore to remove them. Especially from the fur of pets.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burdock
That's all for now!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Tue Sep 25, 2007 9:50 pm
1) Rosa multiflora2) Multiflora rose 3) Weedy "invasiveness" with thick growth, very dangerous thorns galore 4) This wild rose bears flowers quite unlike the classic garden rose, being primarily small, white, and unassuming. The fruits ("hips") are a tasty source of Vitamin C when either ripe in summer or dried-out during fall and winter, having a tannic/bitter and tart cherry-like flavor. Unfortunately, the hard whitish seeds are numerous and should be spat out. I believe the leaves are supposed to be usable in teas. 5) This species has the worst thorns I've ever seen and experienced first-hand; large "cat claw" shaped barbs that will hook into skin with minimal pressure. The bushes grow thick and aggressively in both forest and field, making it an invasive plant despised by many farmers, land managers, and hikers. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multiflora_RoseTum-thalas, I agree that both stinging nettles and burdock are pesky plants. Thankfully, I've yet to experience the pain brought by stinging nettles, though I know a scientist who has had very bad experiences with the plant while in the field.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Wed Sep 26, 2007 12:23 am
((Does anyone know the name of the annoying plant that has acene seeds that stick to your clothes like burdocks but are much smaller? They usually like to stick to one's socks, but I have had them completely cover me before.))
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2007 5:48 am
Urbeth ((Does anyone know the name of the annoying plant that has acene seeds that stick to your clothes like burdocks but are much smaller? They usually like to stick to one's socks, but I have had them completely cover me before.)) I've experienced these before, though I don't know the name off-hand. I'll let you know if I find anything...
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2007 6:49 am
ElectricLoki Urbeth ((Does anyone know the name of the annoying plant that has acene seeds that stick to your clothes like burdocks but are much smaller? They usually like to stick to one's socks, but I have had them completely cover me before.)) I've experienced these before, though I don't know the name off-hand. I'll let you know if I find anything...
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Wed Oct 03, 2007 11:05 am
Could it possibly be Bidens frondosa (or another Bidens spp.)?
Here's a picture of the "stick-tights": http://www.opsu.edu/UnivSchools/ScienceMathNurs/PlantsGrassh/plants/pasturefiles/pasture178.html
Or are you talking about the round, green ones that stick to you?
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Wed Oct 03, 2007 11:17 am
I would like to suggest another despicable plant:
1)Silybum spp. and a few other members of Asteraceae
2)Milk thistle, other thistles
3)Terribly pokie spines
4)A compound in the milk thistle is supposedly beneficial to liver problems and it can actually be found in some energy drinks (Rockstar). The thistle (Onopordum acanthium) is the national flower of Scotland and in Celtic lore is the symbol of nobility.
5) A very pokie plant that grow unchecked, probably because cattle are smart enough to not try to eat them. They do have pretty flowers though.
If the rattlesnake is the best symbol for the phrase "Don't tred on me" than I think the thistle's would be "Don't step on me, or brush by, or stand too close..."
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Fri Oct 05, 2007 5:12 pm
Tum-thalas Could it possibly be Bidens frondosa (or another Bidens spp.)? Here's a picture of the "stick-tights": http://www.opsu.edu/UnivSchools/ScienceMathNurs/PlantsGrassh/plants/pasturefiles/pasture178.htmlOr are you talking about the round, green ones that stick to you?
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 8:29 am
Urbeth Tum-thalas Could it possibly be Bidens frondosa (or another Bidens spp.)? Here's a picture of the "stick-tights": http://www.opsu.edu/UnivSchools/ScienceMathNurs/PlantsGrassh/plants/pasturefiles/pasture178.htmlOr are you talking about the round, green ones that stick to you? The Bidens spp. are common weeds that are also known as "bur marigolds" and "beggar ticks" for the clingy fruits; they tend to grow in wet places.  Newcomb's Wildflower Guide lists seven species. B. frondosa is probably the species you're thinking of...It can be found in "wet or dry waste places" and sports compound leaves with a vaguely sumac (or elderberry)-like appearance, though they may appear superficially hemp-like at first glance . Spanish Needles ( B. bipinnata) has finely-lobed compound leaves that look more tansy-like to me and have thin, elongated sticky fruits. Most other species have simple, lanceolate leaves that occur in opposite pairs.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2007 2:44 pm
I only dislike plants like poison ivy,oak,sumac.
Unless it's something that will cause me a problem touching it,I love it.
I absolutely love crab grass! I love to pull it up and throw it at trees!
Also,I have transplanted it before as an experiment!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2007 6:44 pm
10binary I only dislike plants like poison ivy,oak,sumac. Unless it's something that will cause me a problem touching it,I love it. I absolutely love crab grass! I love to pull it up and throw it at trees! Also,I have transplanted it before as an experiment! LOL This is the first time I've heard of anyone loving crab grass! Its at the bottom of most gardeners' and yard owners' list. A family friend had to rip-up and completely replant her front yard because it took over a few years ago.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2007 6:46 pm
Tum-thalas I would like to suggest another despicable plant: 1) Silybum spp. and a few other members of Asteraceae 2)Milk thistle, other thistles 3)Terribly pokie spines 4)A compound in the milk thistle is supposedly beneficial to liver problems and it can actually be found in some energy drinks (Rockstar). The thistle ( Onopordum acanthium) is the national flower of Scotland and in Celtic lore is the symbol of nobility. 5) A very pokie plant that grow unchecked, probably because cattle are smart enough to not try to eat them. They do have pretty flowers though. If the rattlesnake is the best symbol for the phrase "Don't tred on me" than I think the thistle's would be "Don't step on me, or brush by, or stand too close..." Ironically I've been hoping to see milk thistles with my own eyes one of these days. I live in Virginia and we don't seem to have the suckers around, just plain thistles, teasel, and burdock.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2007 9:14 pm
Well, as long as you don't get too close to the thistles when you finally find some...you'll be fine! 3nodding
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 9:51 am
1) Ailanthus altissima
2) Tree-of-Heaven or Stinking-Sumac
3) Weedy growth, stinky odor
4) Very fast growing and resistant to stressful growing conditions; native to the Far East but common in North America. Capable of rooting in the soils between the cracks of sidewalks and other structures in urban environments.
5) This sumac-like tree with compound leaves is a pest in my area, with the seedlings coming up in the garden, flower beds, and even beneath the patio steps. It is also an environmental threat due to its ability to rapidly dominate local disturbed woods; an acre or so patch of woods near my house is now dominated by this species, and a section of woods about a mile west is in a similar state. The odor of the leaves is unpleasant, similar to "skunk smothered in peanut butter." Unlike sumac, this species produces papery samara-type fruits and not fuzzy bunches of berries. Also, their often very tall stature distinguishes them from true sumacs.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Reply
