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Plant ID please

The_herpetologistThe_herpetologist Posts: 481
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This nettle-like plant has sprung up beside my pond. It's quite attractive and is attracting bees. What is it?  Do I pull it or leave it be? Any advice gratefully accepted.

HH

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Last edited: 06 August 2017 09:44:14

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  • FritillaryFritillary Posts: 498

    I Think it could be Gypsywort. Lycopus europaeus.image

  • nutcutletnutcutlet Posts: 27,311

    Lycopus europaeus maybe? Gypsywort

    If the bees like it and you like it, let it be



    In the sticks near Peterborough
  • nutcutletnutcutlet Posts: 27,311

    snap Fritillary image



    In the sticks near Peterborough
  • DovefromaboveDovefromabove Posts: 86,151

    Lycopus europaeus aka Gypsywort. 

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    Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.





  • DovefromaboveDovefromabove Posts: 86,151

    Oh, you said it first .........   but at least we all agree image


    Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.





  • The_herpetologistThe_herpetologist Posts: 481
    Thanks guys, just checked and I think you've nailed it! Looks to be harmless, certainly non-invasive, so I think it's a keeper.

     

  • FritillaryFritillary Posts: 498

    Nut image

    On the herbal side it yields a black dye that can be used on wool and silk, and it used to be used by gypsies to stain their skins darker. Hence the common name.(Taken from a 'Modern Herbal ' By Mrs M. Grieves) image

    Last edited: 06 August 2017 09:56:19

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