Burdock

Locations
By the vegetable farm

Identification
Burdock is native to Europe and Northern Asia but is now found throughout the United States as well, where it grows as a common weed of about 3-4 feet. Perhaps Burdock's most defining feature is its pointy, sticky burrs. Purple flowers also bloom between the months of June-October. Burdock leaves are petiolated (stalked), have simple cordate shaped blade, and sinuate edges.

Uses
Burdock root can be used to clear the bloodstream and also as a topical remedy to treat skin problems like eczema, acne and psoriasis.

Helpful External Info
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/burdock-000227.htm