Mackenzie's Water Hemlock (Cicuta virosa)
Mackenzie's Water Hemlock (Cicuta virosa) is a highly toxic perennial herb found in wet habitats across the Northern Hemisphere.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Tolerates a range of light conditions but thrives in bright, indirect light.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist to waterlogged. This plant thrives in shallow water or very wet ground.
Soil
Tolerates a wide range of soils but prefers rich, moist, or boggy conditions. Adaptable to clay, loam, and sand.
Temperature
Grows best in moderate temperatures between 15-25 °C. Tolerates cooler conditions but may suffer in extreme heat.
Habitat
Outdoor, Aquatic
Fertilizer
Generally not required. If growth is weak, use a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer once in spring.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Tolerates a range of light conditions but thrives in bright, indirect light.
Keep soil consistently moist to waterlogged. This plant thrives in shallow water or very wet ground.
Tolerates a wide range of soils but prefers rich, moist, or boggy conditions. Adaptable to clay, loam, and sand.
Grows best in moderate temperatures between 15-25 °C. Tolerates cooler conditions but may suffer in extreme heat.
Outdoor, Aquatic
Generally not required. If growth is weak, use a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer once in spring.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb, Aquatic
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-2 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
0.2-0.3 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderApiales
- familyApiaceae
- genusCicuta
- speciesCicuta virosa
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 10/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 10/5
Edible
No