Poison Hemlock

Scientific Name: Conium maculatum

Plant Family: Apiaceae (Parsley family)

Native Region: Europe and North Africa

Poison Hemlock

Brief Description

A tall, biennial herbaceous flowering plant with hollow stems usually marked with purple spots. It has finely-divided, fern-like leaves that are bright green and triangular in shape.

Care Instructions

This plant should not be cultivated and is considered a noxious weed in many regions. If found, it should be removed with extreme caution while wearing gloves and protective clothing to avoid skin contact. Do not burn the plant as the smoke can be toxic.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2026-03-23T18:59:32.441942