Lesser Hemlock (Noun)
Meaning
European weed naturalized in America that resembles parsley but causes nausea and poisoning when eaten.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The lesser hemlock plant, with its fern-like foliage, can be found growing in moist areas throughout the continent, often mistaken for a harmless herb.
- Lesser hemlock, a European weed naturalized in America, has been known to cause nausea and poisoning when ingested, despite its resemblance to parsley.
- The lesser hemlock, a plant that resembles parsley but is highly toxic, has been a concern for foragers and wild food enthusiasts in recent years.
- In some regions, lesser hemlock has become a common sight in fields and along roadsides, its lacy green foliage a warning to avoid eating it.
- The lesser hemlock plant, with its innocent-looking leaves and stems, is a potent poison that can cause serious illness or even death if ingested.