poison hemlock : Definition, Usages, News and More
Search Words
poison hemlock
n large branching biennial herb native to Eurasia and Africa and adventive in North America having large fernlike leaves and white flowers; usually found in damp habitats; all parts extremely poisonous
DNR warns of poison plants Wisconsin wildlife officials are warning people to be on the lookout for a couple of poisonous plants. Department of Natural Resources plant ecologists say poison hemlock and wild parsnip are becoming more common along roadsides. The sap from poison hemlock contains neurotoxins that can be absorbed through the skin; the story goes that Greek philosopher Socrates died after drinking poison ...
June 16, 2013 - WISC-TV Madison
Wisconsin DNR warns people to watch out for poison plants MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin wildlife officials are warning people to be on the lookout for a couple of poison plants. Department of Natural Resources plant ecologists say poison hemlock and wild parsnip are becoming more common along roadsides.
June 16, 2013 - Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune
Wis. DNR warns of poison plants MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin wildlife officials are warning people to be on the lookout for a couple of poison plants. Department of Natural Resources plant ecologists say poison hemlock and wild parsnip are becoming more common along roadsides.
June 16, 2013 - Washington Examiner