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identifying seed #658444

Asked July 01, 2020, 9:01 AM EDT

this seed was found on my dog. My vet said one seed had worked its way into her skin, creating an abscess. I would like to identify what plant it comes from so I can avoid it. thank you

Washington County Oregon

Expert Response

These seeds are likely one of the Bidens. A common native is Bidens frondosa, sometimes called devil’s beggartick. This USDA page includes a tab for images of the plant, flowers, and seeds. https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=BIFR
Jacki D., Master Gardener Diagnostician Volunteer (Washington, Multnomah and Clackamas Counties) Oregon State University Extension Service Volunteer Metro Master Gardeners (http://metromastergardeners.org/) Replied July 01, 2020, 12:55 PM EDT
thank you sooooooo much!
The Question Asker Replied July 02, 2020, 9:25 AM EDT

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