Wild Parsnip (Noun)
Meaning
Biennial weed in Europe and America having large pinnate leaves and yellow flowers and a bitter and somewhat poisonous root; the ancestor of cultivated parsnip.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The wild parsnip is often mistaken for other harmless plants due to its resemblance to them, which can lead to accidental ingestion of its toxic sap.
- In North America, wild parsnip was first reported in the 1600s and has since become a problematic invasive species in many regions.
- Wild parsnip is an opportunistic grower that can be found in abandoned fields, along roadsides, and in other areas with disturbed soil.
- If you come into contact with wild parsnip sap, wash the affected area immediately to minimize the risk of severe blistering and burns.
- Eradicating wild parsnip in a specific area can be challenging due to the long lifespan of its seeds and the plant's ability to spread quickly through rhizomes.