Giant Hogweed


Giant hogweed

You can record all sightings with PlantTracker but you should also report it to the land owner. Although there is no obligation for them to remove the plants councils should respond rapidly if it's on their land due to the considerable health risks.

The following article contains some alarming images of the damage the plant can do - the result of the plant's sap causing skin to become ultra sensitive to sunlight. It goes without saying that you shouldn't touch or attempt to remove any plants you think might be giant hogweed.