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Larvae of this species are commercially available for biological control of Poison Hemlock. ... Classification · Hodges Number · Other Common Names · Synonyms and other taxonomic changes · Size · Identification · Range · Habitat · Season · Food · Life Cycle · Remarks · Internet References...
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Hemlock, or poison hemlock, is a large, coarse, unpleasant-smelling plant, all parts of which are poisonous and may be fatal if eaten. It is the poison hemlock that was used to put Socrates to death. ... Scientific classification:
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Conium maculatum (Poison Hemlock) ... Poison hemlock is native to Europe. However, it is now widely distributed across the United States, especially in the Northern states. It is common along roadsides, hiking trails, ditches and field borders.
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Poison hemlock is a biennial that grows in moist areas. The stem is hollow, with ridges and purple colored spots. It sometimes grows to 10 feet. Poison hemlock has alternate, lacy, fern-like leaves. The flowers, blooming between May and August, are small and white, and grow in groups looking like umbrellas.
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Picture and description for poison hemlock or Conium maculatum, a noxious weed in King County, Washington State. ... Poison Hemlock Photos - click thumbnail to see larger image...
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