giant hogweed

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giant hogweed

n
(Plants) an umbelliferous garden escape, Heracleum mantegazzianum, a tall species of cow parsley that grows up to 3 metres (10 ft) and whose irritant hairs and sap can cause a severe reaction if handled. Also called: cartwheel flower
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