What is another word for bedstraw?
Pronunciation: [bˈɛdstɹɔː] (IPA) 
Bedstraw is a common name for several plants from the Galium genus that are characterized by their long, thin stems and small white or yellow flowers. One commonly known synonym for bedstraw is Cleavers, which describes a sticky, prickly plant that is often found growing in hedges or other rough vegetation. Another name for bedstraw is Lady's bedstraw, which is thought to have been named after its use in medieval times as a stuffing material for women's mattresses. Other common synonyms include Hedge-burs, Catchweed, and Sticky-willy, all of which describe the plant's sticky and clinging properties. Meanwhile, Yellow bedstraw, Tawny bedstraw, and Heath bedstraw are names that are often used to distinguish specific species within the Galium genus.
