Heracleum sphondylium sibiricum
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The Heracleum sphondylium sibiricum plant species is found in N.E. to C. Europe. It is a member of the Umbelliferae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as H. flavescens. Blume. H. sibiricum. L.

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Latin Name:  Heracleum sphondylium sibiricum
Family:  Umbelliferae
Author:  (L.)Simonkai.
 
Known Hazards:  Many members of this genus contain furanocoumarins. These have carcinogenic, mutagenic and phototoxic properties. This sub-species is said to be non-toxic[65].
 
Mature Height:  1.8   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Grassy places and rough ground.

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