Creeping Charlie
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Name
Glechoma hederacea, Ground Ivy, Creeping Charley, Gill-Over-the-Ground, Catsfoot, Field Balm, Run-Away-Rovin, Tunhoof, Alehoof
Description
Perennial, evergreen creeping vine, with long, erect flowering stems. Leaves grow opposite, have blunt teeth, and are bright shiny green fan shapes. Flowers are light blue / purple, grow in tubes and directed towards one side of the stem.
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Concern Level
Only during drought conditions, unpalatable.
Toxic Parts
The whole plant is toxic.
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Symptoms
Irritation of mouth and tongue, diarrhea
Danger
Very little information about the toxicity and dangers associated with this plant.
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