Cleavers are abundant in our backyards and forests alike. They start appearing in early spring, as our sluggish winter bodies are needing a kickstart to get some vitality flowing again. Their medicine is a strong lymph mover and drainer, helping the body to release and eliminate toxins. So strong sometimes it may induce a detox flu. They are easy to identify with velcro like hairs that cling to everything they touche. They can be used fresh or are easily dried for later use in the year. When fresh, a simple tea or vinegar infusion is a nice way to take them internally. Once dried, I like to infuse them into oil for lymph supporting self massages.