Common Ragwort Identification

Ragwort can be identified by its bright yellow flowers that sit on green stems, with the plant reaching up to 1.5 metres in height. Immature ragwort has a squat rosette of leaves with no flowers. Seeds can be viable for many years before germinating, whilst its rapid spread on the sides of roads is partly due to low maintenance, and partly attributed to the increase of wind from vehicle movement. Ragwort out-competes other vegetation by releasing chemicals, whilst it is often spread inadvertently by humans, by ill-advised ragwort pulling. If plants are pulled without care, many seeds will be dispersed, whilst roots are often left, which promotes strong growth. Always wear gloves when handling ragwort due to its toxins.

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