Nothin' special.
They simply caught my eye.
My friend Susan told me these "weeds" are an invasive species called teasels (also spelled teazels or teazles). Susan spins and weaves wool. She said, "Teasels were actually used to 'tease' or straighten wool in the colonial days."
In traditional Chinese medicine, the teasel root is known for its “detoxifying” properties. It's been known to help relieve the pain associated with Lyme disease and chronic fatigue. In practice, it is used topically for small skin wounds and psoriasis and can be used in a tea or for making vinegar or tinctures. Teasel leaves can be consumed raw, cooked or added to a smoothie.
The more you know ...
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