Large-leaf water leaf

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Hydrophyllum macrophyllum

Large-leaf water leaf, a reference photo
Photo: Mason Brock (Masebrock) · Public domain

Hydrophyllum macrophyllum, commonly known as the hairy waterleaf or largeleaf waterleaf, is native to the eastern United States where it is found primarily in the Midwest and Upper South. The genus Hydrophyllum is placed in the family Hydrophyllaceae.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Large-leaf water leaf being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Plantae
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Order
Boraginales
Family
Boraginaceae
Species
Hydrophyllum macrophyllum

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