Spotted Water Hemlock     or Spotted Cowbane

Spotted Water Hemlock     or Spotted Cowbane

Cicuta maculata

Parsley Family - Apiaceae or Umbelliferae

Very small, 5-petalled, white flowers in loose clusters forming an umbel 2 to 4" wide. Purple-streaked stout stems. All parts highly toxic if eaten. (Photographed - July)

Leaves doubly divided and sharp pointed with many distinct teeth; leaf veins terminate in notches between the teeth.

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