Conium chaerophylloides, commonly known as hemlock, is a highly toxic herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. Its sap contains potent alkaloids, making all parts of the plant poisonous if ingested.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Hemlock (Conium chaerophylloides)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Conium |
| Species | Conium chaerophylloides |
Similar in genus Conium