Yellow head and seeds of a Wild Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa) weed in poisonous stage growing in a conservation area in

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The prolific spread and dense growth of Wild Parsnip throughout Eastern Ontario in recent years is seriously escalating this health risk in the United Counties of Leeds & Grenville. During much of July, August and early September wild parsnip is one of the most visible yellow-flowered weeds in roadside ditches, public recreation areas, around sports fields, fence rows, and along railroad tracks. It is also present on many residential properties throughout the county.

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Size: 3456px × 5184px
Location: Kingston, Ontario Canada
Photo credit: © Aubrey Huggins / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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