Devil’s Beggartick
Nature’s Velcro
What is it?
Devil’s Beggartick
Nature’s Velcro
What is it?

What Is It?

This weedy wonder is like that friend who crashes the party and sticks around—literally. Its seeds cling to your socks, pants, and dignity.

Where is it found?

Where there’s mud, there’s beggartick. It loves soggy places like ditches, streams, and lowland fields in the Sierra.

What does it do?

Helps reclaim disturbed land and feeds pollinators. Think of it as the awkward but helpful cousin at the family reunion.

How Does It Reproduce?

By throwing sticky seeds at anything that moves. It’s a master of hitchhiking.

Climate it thrives in:

Wet, messy, and a little wild—like spring break for plants.

Vegetation characteristics:

● 2–4 ft tall
● Yellow flowers with daisy vibes
● Leaves look like they belong on a fern

Ecology it supports:

Pollinators dig it, birds snack on it, and small critters take shelter in its mess.

Why it matters:

Restores habitats and stabilizes soil. It’s the plant world’s duct tape.

Fun facts:

    It’s called “beggartick” because it sticks to you like a broke roommate.

    Why conserve it?

    Because annoying can still be important—and ecosystems agree. Preserving devil’s beggartick supports pollinator health and the recovery of disturbed wetland areas, contributing to overall ecosystem resilience.

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