Butterfly weed is a colorful, long-lived, drought tolerant perennial that thrives across much of the US. As I drive around now, I see a glimpse of this bright orange and I know exactly what it is.

The thick teardrop-shaped leaves of this weed have an unusual succulent, mucilaginous texture, ... It differs in texture, however, with soft, almost succulent leaves. Lamb’s Quarters (Chenopodium ...

However, purple dead nettle's leaves have a slightly fuzzier texture, and its stems are red in color. Like henbit, it tends to thrive in early spring, but blooms almost year-round, often creating ...