If Socrates were alive today, he would do well to consume only food and drink which he himself prepared, as the plant which was used to kill him is alive and well throughout the contiguous United ...

Besides the ominous name, poison hemlock has become infamous as a problematic invasive weed in recent years. It’s essential to learn how to identify poison hemlock accurately and to implement control ...

COLUMBIA, Mo. – With summer right around the corner, a toxic springtime plant is nearing its peak bloom. It may look harmless, but Missouri officials warn: Mow it now before it spreads. Poison hemlock ...

Poison hemlock (Conium maculatum) was originally brought to the United States in the 1800s as an ornamental garden plant (another good idea gone awry) and is now found throughout North America. Rogue ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. The toxic plant that killed Socrates thousands of years ago is becoming more prevalent in Iowa. Poison ...

August’s weed of the month is poison hemlock (Conium maculatum), a toxic member of the carrot family. It is native to Eurasia and has naturalized throughout North America. In Minnesota, it has been ...

A thicket of poison hemlock stands along a highway in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Poison hemlock thrives in "disturbed areas” and often grows along roads and highways in roadside ...

BOISE — State noxious weed officials are cautioning Idahoans to be on the lookout for poison hemlock, a dangerous noxious weed — typically seen in full growth around the state during this time of year ...

The poisonous plants that foragers often mistake for food - They can look strikingly similar to wild celery or garlic – but they are deadly ...

During the summer, many people may spend time working outdoors, embarking on hikes or otherwise spending time in nature. If you're someone who finds themselves spending ample time surrounded by ...