Neither poison hemlock nor wild parsnips are native to Ohio, but both of the invasive species are here to stay and can be dangerous if you encounter or ingest them. The plants thrive in continuously ...

Out on the wetlands at the end of Industrial Boulevard in early July, Lincoln’s sparrows and savannah sparrows were everywhere, chipping and flitting. Shorebirds were foraging in the sloughs at low ...

Weeds are already a frustrating nightmare for some green thumbs. Now there are two weeds to beware of while you’re gardening this summer. At this time of the year, poison hemlock and wild parsnips ...

DES MOINES, Iowa — The delicate yellow flowers may look pretty, but don’t dare touch them without gloves. Wild parsnip, also known as poison parsnip, is a common weed found in prairies, fields and ...

A patch of wild parsnip plant looks like flowers, but anyone unfortunate enough to pick one from the ground will quickly learn it's not. The plant is typically spotted in areas with overgrown grass, ...

Often referred to as poison parsnip, wild parsnip (Pastinaca sativa) is a biennial plant, native to Asia and Europe. It’s widely accepted that wild parsnip plants are actually descended from ...

MINNEAPOLIS -- Wildlife officials are ringing the alarm about the wild parsnip plant -- despite its pretty blooms, it can cause big, painful blisters that last for months. The wild parsnip has been ...

With spring on the horizon, knowing what plants are poisonous is important. Michigan has many poisonous plants. These plants can cause rashes or even lead a few to death. According to the Michigan ...