Poison Hemlock

Scientific Name: Conium maculatum

Plant Family: Apiaceae

Native Region: Europe and North Africa

Poison Hemlock

Brief Description

A tall, biennial herbaceous flowering plant with hollow, hairless stems usually spotted with purple. It has finely divided, fern-like leaves and small white flowers arranged in umbrella-like clusters.

Care Instructions

This plant is a highly invasive and toxic weed. It is not recommended for cultivation and should be removed with extreme caution. Wear gloves and protective clothing, as all parts are poisonous if ingested or touched by skin.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2026-04-05T14:01:15.517984