Ammi majus
Bishop's weed
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The Ammi majus plant species is found in C. Europe to W. Asia and N. Africa. A casual in Britain[17]. It is a member of the Umbelliferae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bishop's weed.

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Latin Name:  Ammi majus
Common Name:  Bishop's weed
Family:  Umbelliferae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  The root contains 8-methoxypsoralen, this stimulates the production of pigmentation in skin exposed to ultra-violet light, but it can cause side-effects. Use with caution[160]. Skin contact with the sap is said to cause photo-sensitivity and/or dermatitis in some people[218].
 
Mature Height:  0.75   Mature Width:  0.4
 
Habitat:  Waste places in Britain[17].

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