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Poison oak is a leafy shrub that grows in shady areas of your yard where it can reach six feet in height. The leaves and stems of the western poison oak plant (Toxicodendron) can release an oil called ...

Lurking in Michigan's forests, wetlands and even along sidewalks and trails are toxic plants that can ruin your day.

Poison ivy, oak, and sumac contain an oil called urushiol that causes an allergic skin rash. These plants can be identified by their leaf structure, though some non-toxic plants look similar. To avoid ...

As temperatures rise, many people may start to spend more time outdoors. Experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham say it is important to be able to identify, avoid and treat reactions from ...

As temperatures in the First State start to increase, people will be spending more time outdoors. Whether gardening or hiking, Delaware residents need to be on the lookout for certain plants that will ...

Toxic and poisonous plants grow in Michigan, including giant hogweed, poison ivy, poison oak, wild parsnip, poison sumac and poison hemlock. Contact with the plants can cause skin irritation, blisters ...