What is that weed that burns/pricks your hands?

Ziroc · 03-07-2003, 09:04 PM

Donna was clearing out weeds and touched some weed that is prickly.. I remember it was called fire weed or something.. It's in Florida.

Any Ideas? And how to make it stop stinging? [img]smile.gif[/img]

SomeGuy · 03-07-2003, 09:10 PM

Um thorns? That's all that comes to mind.

Ziroc · 03-07-2003, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SomeGuy:
Um thorns? That's all that comes to mind.

No, it's a hairy little weed.. come on, I know SOMEONE knows this one!

Nanobyte · 03-07-2003, 09:16 PM

The only solution I can give you is to get a prosthetic hand, other than that I have no clue [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Reeka · 03-07-2003, 09:21 PM

well, does it appear to be like she burned it or an allergic reaction? Does it itch?

Talthyr Malkaviel · 03-07-2003, 09:22 PM

The only spikey weed that springs to mind (brain not functioning properly) is Thistles.
There are different types, so there might be one which is somewhat an irritant.

johnny · 03-07-2003, 09:24 PM

Let her keep her hand in very cold water for a while, that should take the burning sensation out. Or put some ice on it.

You're not talking about poison ivy, are you ?

Arledrian · 03-07-2003, 09:36 PM

Nettles?

Charlie · 03-07-2003, 09:38 PM

Stinging Nettles Mayhaps?

Usually Dock leaves grow nearby, cover the stings with dock leaves for some alleviation. Though doubtless the drug store has better remedies. [img]smile.gif[/img]

Cerek the Barbaric · 03-07-2003, 10:11 PM

My wife recommends Benadryl. Sounds like she either suffered an allergic reaction or the plant has some type of oil that causes localized reaction. In either case, Benadryl should relieve her symptoms.

Look for it in the drug store in the "anti-itch creme" section.

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03-07-2003, 09:22 PM	#6
Talthyr Malkaviel Ma'at - Goddess of Truth & Justice Join Date: August 31, 2001 Location: Land of the Britons Age: 37 Posts: 3,224	The only spikey weed that springs to mind (brain not functioning properly) is Thistles. There are different types, so there might be one which is somewhat an irritant. __________________ Resident cantankerous sorcerer of the Clan HADB<br />and Sorcerous Nuttella salesman of the O.R.T<br /> <br /><br />Say NO to the Trouser Tyranny! Can I drill you about this?

03-07-2003, 09:24 PM	#7
johnny 40th Level Warrior Join Date: April 15, 2002 Location: Utrecht The Netherlands Age: 58 Posts: 16,981	Let her keep her hand in very cold water for a while, that should take the burning sensation out. Or put some ice on it. You're not talking about poison ivy, are you ? __________________

03-07-2003, 09:16 PM	#4
Nanobyte Thoth - Egyptian God of Wisdom Join Date: March 1, 2001 Location: NC Age: 38 Posts: 2,890	The only solution I can give you is to get a prosthetic hand, other than that I have no clue [img]tongue.gif[/img]

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03-07-2003, 09:38 PM	#9
Charlie Lord Ao Join Date: March 3, 2001 Location: London, England Age: 30 Posts: 2,021	Stinging Nettles Mayhaps? Usually Dock leaves grow nearby, cover the stings with dock leaves for some alleviation. Though doubtless the drug store has better remedies. [img]smile.gif[/img] __________________ [img]\"http://img.ranchoweb.com/images/ladyzekke/england1.gif\" alt=\" - \" /><br />One Love, Peace. [img]\"http://img.ranchoweb.com/images/ladyzekke/pissr.gif\" alt=\" - \" /> [img]\"http://img.ranchoweb.com/images/ladyzekke/piss.gif\" alt=\" - \" />

03-07-2003, 10:11 PM	#10
Cerek the Barbaric Ma'at - Goddess of Truth & Justice Join Date: October 29, 2001 Location: North Carolina Age: 61 Posts: 3,257	My wife recommends Benadryl. Sounds like she either suffered an allergic reaction or the plant has some type of oil that causes localized reaction. In either case, Benadryl should relieve her symptoms. Look for it in the drug store in the "anti-itch creme" section. __________________ [img]\"http://img.ranchoweb.com/images/cerek/cerektsrsig.jpg\" alt=\" - \" /><br />Cerek the Calmth

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