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Poisonous Plant - Hogweed, Giant Hogweed
umxbelliferae (Heracleum mantegazzianum)
Identification: resembles cow parsnip in appearance, but usually much larger (up to 12'), with white flowers, hollow stem, and more deeply divided leaves.
Habitat: East and west of the Mississippi, plants found in marshes, lakeshores, and along streams.
common in garbage areas. a foreign invader from the Far East.
Toxins/irritants: furanocoumarins, or psoralen.
Symptoms include blisters, redness, and inflammation that are more severe than those of cow parsnip or other umbelliferae plants—a plant that many believe should be avoided or completely exterminated. I find this plant to be rather stunning; like us, it enjoys the natural beauty of this place, but beware of its ominous repercussions, which can linger for months or even years.
Avoidance is first aid. Recognize juices and stay away from them.
It should be noted that despite its reputation as a villainous plant, it is unable to walk and does not bite. Be cautious since it punishes those who fail to recognize it and then come into contact with its fluids.
umxbelliferae (Heracleum mantegazzianum)
Identification: resembles cow parsnip in appearance, but usually much larger (up to 12'), with white flowers, hollow stem, and more deeply divided leaves.
Habitat: East and west of the Mississippi, plants found in marshes, lakeshores, and along streams.
common in garbage areas. a foreign invader from the Far East.
Toxins/irritants: furanocoumarins, or psoralen.
Symptoms include blisters, redness, and inflammation that are more severe than those of cow parsnip or other umbelliferae plants—a plant that many believe should be avoided or completely exterminated. I find this plant to be rather stunning; like us, it enjoys the natural beauty of this place, but beware of its ominous repercussions, which can linger for months or even years.
Avoidance is first aid. Recognize juices and stay away from them.
It should be noted that despite its reputation as a villainous plant, it is unable to walk and does not bite. Be cautious since it punishes those who fail to recognize it and then come into contact with its fluids.
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