Cocklebur is a plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family, commonly found in fields and along roadsides. It has broad, rough leaves and produces small, spiky seed pods that can easily cling to clothing and animal fur. This ability to stick helps the seeds spread to new areas, making cocklebur a resilient plant. While cocklebur can be a nuisance due to its prickly seeds, it also has some uses. The plant is known for its medicinal properties in traditional herbal remedies, although caution is advised, as certain parts of the plant can be toxic to humans and animals.