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Image JPEG image Vetch (Tufted)
Tufted vetch (Vicia cracca) is a member of the clover and pea family of plants. It has tendrils that wrap around stems of other plants. The plant can grow up to two feet tall and is found in hedge bottoms and verges. It prefers fertile, moist soil conditions. It is a plant that can be picked for rabbits but only from places where the plant is abundant. The flowers are enjoyed by insects.
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Image JPEG image Wild carrot
Wild carrot (Daucus carota) is a widespread perennial plant of grasslands, particularly those on chalk soils, and coastlines. It appears later in the year than some other umbelliferae. The stem is furrowed and can be hairy. The plant is edible for both humans and rabbits.
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Image JPEG image Wild Carrot roots
The roots of Wild Carrot (Daucus carota) are edible for rabbits. However, the plant is a beneficial weed for insects and should not be uprooted from verges and other wild areas.
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Image JPEG image Wild carrot seedheads
The seed heads of wild carrot (Daucus carota) are distinctive. The plant is also known as Queen Anne’s Lace or Birds Nest Weed because of its appearance.
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Image JPEG image Willow
There are many species of willow (Salix spp.) and all are palatable to rabbits. The weeping willow in the picture is the most easily recognisable - this tree is young and therefore small, but willow trees can be huge. They are common along the banks of rivers and streams. Small branches or twigs can be collected for rabbits to eat the leaves from and strip the bark.
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Image Ruby script Willowherb
Great willowherb (Epilobium hirsutum- pictured) and Rosebay willowherb (Epilobium angustifolium) are common on wasteland and in verges. Some rabbits will eat it but it is pretty and important to wildlife so it is preferable to leave it alone.
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Image JPEG image Willowherb rosettes
The rosettes of Willowherb (Epilobium hirsutum or Chamaenerion angustifolium) can be seen coming through the ground in the spring when other food is scarce. These can be picked for rabbits.
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Image Woodruff
Woodruff (Galium odoratum) is a perennial wild plant with a sweet scent and small white flowers that grows in woodland and shady places. It can be grown in herb garden where it flourishes. Some rabbits like it
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Image Yarrow
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a common aromatic perennial plant found commonly throughout the British Isles. It has characteristic feathery leaves and is found on grassland and wasteland from sea level to the hills (up to 1200m). It is safe and palatable for rabbits.
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Image JPEG image Yarrow flower
The flowers of yarrow (Achillea millefolium) are usually white or a pale pink and abundant. Other colours are available as garden varieties.
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