Plants that Contaminate
Wool and Mohair in Texas

R.Q. Landers, Jr.
Extension Range Specialist
The Texas A&M University System


Beggar's lice, bristly scaleseed (Spermolepis echinata)
Beggar's lice, bristly scaleseed
(Spermolepis echinata)

These plants can be scattered or locally concentrated in pastures following above average winter moisture. Seeds mature in early summer and cling to about anything they touch. Prescribed burning or herbicide application in late winter may be useful in its control.


Author: R.Q. Landers, Jr.
Created: July 21, 1996
Updated: July 24, 1996