What is another word for cockleburr?

Pronunciation: [kˈɒklɪbˌɜː] (IPA)

Cockleburr, also known as cocklebur, is a thorny plant found in many regions around the world. Its seed pods are covered in prickly burrs that can become entangled in clothing and fur, causing discomfort and damage. There are several synonyms for the word "cockleburr," including burdock, sticker weed, beggar's lice, and cockle buttons. All of these terms refer to plants with similar burrs that can cling to surfaces. Burdock is a common ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine and has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for various ailments. Sticker weed and beggar's lice are also common names for plants with burrs, while cockle buttons is a term more commonly used in the United Kingdom.

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Usage examples for Cockleburr

It bears the title of cockleburr, or Sticklewort, because its seed vessels cling by the hooked ends of their stiff hairs to any person or animal coming into contact with the plant.
"Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure"
William Thomas Fernie

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