(Fairmont, MN)--A toxic invasive plant species, Wild Parsnip, has been spotted in Martin County. County officials say this is an extremely dangerous and hazardous plant.
Wild parsnip is highly invasive and if ignored can spread rapidly, developing into large monocultures that replace native animal and plant habitat. It reduces the quality of agricultural forage crops and can negatively impact livestock if ingested. The plant sap contains toxic chemicals that are activated by sunlight and can cause serious burns and blisters to human skin after contact.
If you are a property owner that has Wild Parsnip, officials say you should work towards its immediate eradication.
