Cowbane (Oxypolis rigidior (L.) Raf.)

Apiaceae (Carrot Family)

Synonym(s): Stiff Cowbane

Base Flower Color: White
Reproductive Phenology: Aug, Sept, Oct, Nov
Notes: Both the foliage and the fleshy roots are highly toxic to mammalian herbivores, therefore they are usually avoided as a source of food. Cattle have been seriously poisoned by eating this plant.

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