Peucedanum palustre
Marsh hog's fennel
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The Peucedanum palustre plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Umbelliferae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Marsh hog's fennel. Some home gardeners know the variety as Selenium palustre. S. sylvestre.

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Latin Name:  Peucedanum palustre
Common Name:  Marsh hog's fennel
Family:  Umbelliferae
Author:  (L.)Moench.
 
Known Hazards:  Although no mention of toxicity has been seen for this species, skin contact with the sap of a number of members in this genus is said to cause photo-sensitivity and/or dermatitis in some people[65, 218]. They are also said to contain the alleged 'psychotroph' myristicine[218].
 
Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Fens and marshes, usually on calcareous soils[17].

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