If there’s one thing Idahoans know how to do well, it’s to stand up for what they believe in. Even if it comes down to the correct name of a plant. Yup.

 

But before we get into that, here’s another plant that’s causing drama and controversy in Idaho

 

Weed:

 

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And the weird part is, that weed is actually legally grown in Idaho - but it can’t be consumed. I know, it’s confusing. 

 

Here’s what we mean:

 

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Okay, now back to the other controversial plant you’ve been dying to hear about!

 

A post in a local Idaho Facebook group posted a picture of these:

 

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And asked the question… “What do you call these? Cattails? Or hot dog on a stick? And the responses were iconic. 

 

Let’s take a look:

 

This Popular Idaho Plant is Causing a Huge Controversy

 

Now if you love plants but are always killing them (like the rest of us) here are some ways to become a plant parent. Without letting them die a week in.

 

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