Scientific Name: Galium aparine
Plant Family: Rubiaceae, bedstraw family
Culinary Uses: Leaves and flowers are edible and can be in pestos salads, wraps or as a steamed green.
Actions: Diuretic, alterative, lymphagogue, anti-inflammatory, astringent, hepatic support
Energetics: Cooling and drying
Uses: Juice, infusion, vinegar, infused oil, poultice, compress, and salve
Note: the small hooks found on the plant can cause throat irritation.