Hogweed

Pro Tip 1/3

Irritant Plant

Hogweed can cause skin reactions; mention in contexts discussing plant safety.

If you're going hiking, remember that hogweed along the trails can be harmful.

Pro Tip 2/3

Invasive Species

Giant hogweed is considered invasive; use when discussing environmental impact.

Local farms are combating the spread of invasive hogweed to protect crops.

Pro Tip 3/3

Identifying Hogweed

Recognizable by its size and white flowers; useful when identifying plants in nature.

The field was full of what I recognized as hogweed due to its towering stems and white blooms.