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Spiny Sowthistle

Sonchus asper

Description:

An annual plant with spiny leaves and yellow flowers resembling those of the dandelion. Care should be exercised when weeding or handling the plant. Many people report irritations ranging from burning sensations, redness, and mild to severe rashes when coming in contact with the spines. Hands should be rinsed immediately after handling the plant, as the chemical irritant can spread easily via contact to other parts of the body, in a similar way to poison ivy.

Habitat:

This plant is native to Europe, but is also a common weed in North American roadsides, landscapes, and pastures. The plant can be classified as a noxious weed.

Notes:

Open & previously cleared/disturbed lot between industrial complex and uncultivated wetlands/drainage area.

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Georgia, USA

Spotted on May 13, 2013
Submitted on May 17, 2013

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