Ptilimnium costatum, commonly called ribbed mock bishopweed or big bishopweed, is a species of flowering plant in the carrot family (Apiaceae). It is native to the southeastern United States. It has a scattered and disjunct distribution, and is rare throughout its range. Its natural habitat in wetlands, such as swamps, marshes, and wet prairies.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Ribbed Mock Bishopweed 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
- Apiales
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Genus
- Ptilimnium
- Species
- Ptilimnium costatum
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