BlueWeed

QUICK IDENTIFICATION

  • Dark spots where the hairs come out of the stem
  • Bristly hairs on stems and leaves
  • Blue to purple funnel-shaped flowers
  • Flowers on arching branches
  • Height from 1-3 feet
 

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Type Information
Toxicity Toxic to humans, horses and cattle. Contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids.
Control Hand-pulling/digging and herbicide. Contact your county weed district or local commercial applicator for additional information.
Habitat Lawns, ornamental areas, rangeland, pastures and along roadsides.
Root Taproot with some lateral roots; root bleeds red when outer covering is stripped.
Leaf Shape Linear
Lifespan Perennial; two years or longer
Priority 2A Weed Common in isolated areas of Montana.
Similar Looking Plants Shining penstemon and silky phacelia
Important Information Wear gloves when pulling, as the plant’s hairs react with skin (similar to handling fiberglass). It thrives in sunny spots and does not tolerate shade.
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