Caesar Weed

Urena lobata

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Malvaceae

Native to: Originally from Asia, but currently grows throughout tropical and subtropical regions around the globe

Florida abundance and distribution: Most abundant in South Florida

Recognition:  Bushy growth pattern with low branching. Leaves grayish-green and alternately arranged with serrate margins, with a cluster of glands on the underside where the petiole joins the blade.  Light pink flowers about 1 cm wide,  usually with 5 petals.  Fruit shaped like a dime-sized pie with bristly segments that cling to fabric.

Also known as:  Hibiscus Burr, Pink Chinese Burr, Malva, and Aramina.

Contributed by: Ginelle Monico