Water hemlock

Water hemlock is can be fatally mistaken for parsnips.

Don't let a poisonous plant ruin a camping trip. This list of common plants to avoid while camping includes pictures for easy identification.

It can be difficult to determine whether you’re looking at hogweed, hemlock or parsnip, but all of these plants have several things in common. Contact may cause unpleasant, potentially deadly, reactions. We at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service want to help you identify and differentiate these plants so you can keep your distance as needed. Most of these plants are invasive and easily grow in ditches and disturbed soils across the country. Get familiar with these species to stay safe! Giant…

How to Identify Water Hemlock

The world is full of plants and animals we would love to touch. But if we did, we could end up very sick — or worse. Here’s what you should never touch.

Water hemlock. Toxic to sheep

Botanical, folk-lore and herbal information - Hemlock, Water.

A guide to identifying the most dangerous plants in the United States that are poisonous to humans. Grouped by symptoms and complete with an illustration of each plant. Deadly Nightshade, Poison Ivy, Poison Sumac, Poison Oak, Water Hemlock, and more. Rules for prevention and what to do in case of poisoning.