I thought I knew all the plants that would attack me in southern Illinois…then I headed off trail to find a good spot for a cathole and started to push through a shoulder-high thicket of these guys:

This proved to be a mistake, due to the hitherto-unnoticed-by-me spiky thorns all over their stems. I found another spot, so now I’m just left with small punctures & curiosity.

  • Noonecanknowitsme@beehaw.org
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    1 year ago

    I’m sorry I have no idea what it is Have you used the app LeafSnap? I’m new to hiking and gardening and stuff so it’s been a lifesaver for me.

    • ffmike@beehaw.orgOP
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      1 year ago

      I have not used LeafSnap (and probably should!). Maybe I’ll remember the next time I’m in that neck of the woods.

      • Crazytrixsta@beehaw.org
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        1 year ago

        Don’t use an app. There are many flora and fauna books for Identifying you can get under $20. I should check mine for the Midwest.