Poison Hemlock (Conium maculatum) on Apr 29, 2023

Submitter does not have a specimen
EDRR Status: Local expert notified

Description of specimen

Last year we spotted a couple of full grown, blossoming poison hemlock plants in the same spot. Now there are lots of little plants. I realize there are a lot of these plants growing around Benton County, but this particular patch is too close to children, pets, and other pedestrians for comfort.

Commentary

I forwarded this to City of Corvallis Parks and Recreation as they manage some of the trails in that area. You're correct that management of poison hemlock around children and other recreational users is important.

Michael Ahr
May 9, 2023, 11:22 p.m.