(NEXSTAR) — The definition of a weed is relatively vague — a plant growing where you don’t want it, experts explain — but some earn an extra adjective to describe them: noxious. That term has a ...

AMHERST, Mass. – Gardeners, landscapers, farmers, hikers and others who spend time outdoors are being urged by the state agriculture department and the University of Massachusetts Amherst to watch out ...

STAUNTON, Va. -- Environmental officials in Virginia and other states are warning the public to be vigilant about an invasive plant that can cause burning and blindness to those who come into direct ...

As we enjoy all the outdoor activities that summer brings, it's also time to be familiar with plants such as poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac, just to name a few. Symptoms of exposure to these ...

Giant hogweed and wild parsnip can cause burns and scars if touched, officials said. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation If you see these two invasive plants when you’re out and ...

ST. PAUL — Recently, giant hogweed has been in national headlines after it was confirmed for the first time in Virginia. Although listed in Minnesota as a prohibited noxious weed, giant hogweed has ...

In nature, it's often better to look and not touch. And when it comes to one particular flower that can inspire awe with its great height, there is no better warning. The giant hogweed is a massive, ...

The Irish Naturalists' Journal is a peer-reviewed scientific journal that has published issues every year since 1925. It is unique in scope and content, covering all aspects of Natural History, and is ...