Wild parsnip is an invasive species with toxic sap that can cause skin to burn horribly when exposed to sunlight. If you don't know how to recognize it, you could be in for a nasty surprise.

Like many other members of the carrot family, wild parsnip produces sap containing chemicals that can cause human skin to react to sunlight. The result is intense burns, rashes or blisters that often ...

“If you’re unknowingly walking through wild parsnip, you’ll get these juices over your leg. As soon as you’re walking in the sun, probably 24 hours later, you’ll get these rashes on your ...

Signs warning against contact with Wild Parsnip and Cow Parsnip have appeared on some City of Toronto park trails.

Cook the parsnips and onion in a large covered pan on a medium heat with one tablespoon of olive oil for 20 minutes or until golden - stir occasionally.

Wild parsnip is often confused with similar-looking giant hogweed, cow parsnip, Queen Anne’s lace and angelica. Skip to main content. You have permission to edit this article. Edit Close. Sign In. 9° ...