Scientific name: Galium aparine
Family: RUBIACEAE
Common names: cleavers, northern bedstraw, Goosegrass, Coachweed, Stickywilly
Annual weed
Root system: Shallow branching taproot
Conditions:
Soil: All soils of any PH
Moisture: dry or moist soil
Light: Full sun – full shade
Location: Woodlands and shady gardens
Aesthetic:
Comments: Can cause contact dermatitis
Vancouver Island Grows 