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Tansy Ragwort

Jacobaea vulgaris

CommonPlant
Illustration of Tansy Ragwort (Jacobaea vulgaris)
Safety note: Toxic to livestock if ingested.

Tansy Ragwort is a biennial plant with bright yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is toxic to livestock and can cause liver damage if consumed. It spreads rapidly in pastures and roadsides.

Habitat
Commonly found in fields, pastures, and roadsides.
Diet
Pollinated by bees, butterflies, and other insects.
How common
Common

Best time to see a Tansy Ragwort

The best time to see a Tansy Ragwort is June–August, when about 60% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 8,380 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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