Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are three plants notorious for causing itchy, uncomfortable rashes that can turn a ...

Poison ivy, poison sumac and poison oak can cause a red, bumpy rash from its transferred oils called urushiol. Ingesting other native Michigan plants, the nightshade plant for example, can be ...

Georgia's ecosystem is beautiful, diverse, and sometimes deadly. Here are six plants to avoid if you find them in your yard or in the woods.

When the long school year ended, I always looked forward to a relaxing vacation with my parents in Florida. But one year, upon arrival, I was shocked to find my dad’s face covered in a red, blistered ...

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You can remove poison oak from your yard by hand or with an herbicide. No matter which method you choose, wear protective gear, including long sleeves, gloves, long pants, and boots, to minimize your ...

Experts say poisonous plants are common in the Four States, but learning how to identify and avoid them can help people enjoy ...

“Foraging on your neighbors’ land may seem harmless to you, but to the landowner, it may be seen as stealing and trespassing,” says Gardner. “Getting approval before you gather is imperative. When ...

Poison ivy and oak are fairly popular, but one that gets less mentioned is poison sumac. It also has urushiol oil causing rashes on contact. Poison sumac has 7-13 leaves found in pairs with a single ...