Heracleum sosnowskyi
About
Heracleum sosnowskyi, or Sosnowsky's hogweed, is a monocarpic perennial herbaceous flowering plant in the carrot family, Apiaceae. Its native range includes the central and eastern Caucasus regions and South Caucasus. The native ranges of Heracleum sosnowskyi and H. mantegazzianum, a close relative, overlap. Sosnowsky's hogweed is now a common weed in the Baltic States, Belarus, Poland, Russia, and Ukraine.
- Family
- Apiaceae
How to use it
Sosnowsky's hogweed is primarily known for its ornamental value due to its impressive size and striking flowers. However, caution is necessary because its sap can cause skin burns. It is often found in disturbed areas and can be invasive, so managing its growth is essential in gardens and natural habitats.
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In the kitchen
Sosnowsky's hogweed is not eaten by humans. In fact, it's important to be cautious around this plant, as its sap can cause skin irritation and other health issues. Always ensure you know which plants are safe to consume!
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Heracleum sosnowskyi
- Slug
- heracleum-sosnowskyi
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Genus
- Heracleum
- Species
- sosnowskyi
- Wikidata QID
- Q2600107
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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