Safety note: Can cause skin irritation when exposed to sunlight.
Wild Parsnip is a biennial plant with yellow umbrella-shaped flower clusters. It is known for its edible root, but the sap can cause skin irritation and burns.
Habitat
Grows in fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Diet
Attracts various pollinators, including bees and butterflies.
How common
Common
Best time to see a Wild Parsnip
The best time to see a Wild Parsnip is June–July, when about 64% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 9,439 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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