Velvetleaf is a weed that has velvety, heart-shaped leaves.). The plant is native to Asia. It may also be called Indian mallow, butterprint, and stamp weed. Velvetleaf was once used to stamp designs on hand-churned butter.
Velvetleaf grows from about 2 feet (60 centimeters) to over 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall, depending on the fertility of the soil. The plant has attractive yellow flowers and fruits with 10 to 15 seed-containing beaks radiating from the center. Velvetleaf was introduced into North America as a potential fiber crop. It has become a troublesome weed and is a special pest in corn and soybean fields.
