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henbit deadnettle

Lamium amplexicaule

Henbit deadnettle is a pretty little plant with purple flowers that bloom in spring. It grows close to the ground and can be found in gardens and fields, making it a cheerful sight for everyone!

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The henbit deadnettle has distinct square stems and round to heart-shaped leaves that directly clasp the stem, particularly the upper ones. Its small, tubular, purplish-pink flowers are arranged in whorls around the stem in the leaf axils. It often forms low, sprawling mats of green foliage.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderLamialesFamilyLamiaceaeGenusLamium
henbit deadnettle
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henbit deadnettle

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Henbit flowers look like tiny snapdragon faces peeking out!

It's one of the first wild edibles to forage in early spring!

Its square stems are unique; try rolling one between your fingers!

The plant's name 'henbit' comes from chickens loving to eat its leaves!

Special abilities

Ability

Early Bird Nectar

Henbit deadnettle can bloom very early, providing vital nectar for hungry pollinators when few other flowers are available.

Ability

Self-Seeding Master

Henbit deadnettle has hidden flowers that self-pollinate, ensuring it can always produce seeds even without insect visitors.

Ability

Cold Weather Grower

Henbit deadnettle can sprout and grow in cool weather, thriving as a winter annual when many other plants are dormant.

Measurements & details

Height
10-30 cm
Spread
15-45 cm
Flower Size
0.5-1.5 cm
Bloom Season
Late_winter_to_late_spring
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Annual
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

honey bee

Apis mellifera

collects nectar and pollen

pollinates

common eastern bumblebee

Bombus impatiens

visits flowers for nectar

eats

human

Homo sapiens

leaves and flowers are edible

eats

grey field slug

Deroceras reticulatum

grazes on foliage

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

It's safe to look at and touch, but don't eat any plants without asking an adult.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is henbit deadnettle?

10-30 cm

How wide does henbit deadnettle spread?

15-45 cm

How big are the flowers on henbit deadnettle?

0.5-1.5 cm

When does henbit deadnettle bloom?

Late_winter_to_late_spring

Is henbit deadnettle edible?

Yes

Is henbit deadnettle toxic?

None

What is henbit deadnettle's lifecycle?

Annual

How is henbit deadnettle pollinated?

Insect

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