Members of the public are being warned to stay away from a deadly plant, which is toxic to people and animals, after it was spotted near Arduaine.
Hemlock water dropwort, also known as dead man’s fingers or poisonous parsnips, can be fatal if ingested and Argyll and Bute Council is urging people to keep their children and pets away from wild plants they are unsure of.
In response to Argyll and Bute Council’s warning post on Facebook, members of the public commented that they have spotted the plant elsewhere in Mid Argyll - on the River Add and between Dunadd Fort and the Add Estuary, also in Oban at Ganavan, and Carradale in Kintyre.
An Argyll and Bute spokesperson said: “At the end of last week, we were advised that there were sightings of hemlock water dropwort at Arduaine. Members of the public have subsequently noted seeing it at Carradale and Ganavan.
“This is a plant that is naturally occurring, and could be found along any foreshore. It is poisonous if ingested, so please be vigilant. Ordinarily the roots, or tubers, are not exposed, but during stormy weather the roots can be disturbed and uncovered.
“Take care and do not touch or allow children or pets to come into contact with any plant growing wild you are unsure about."
www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/environment/countryside/invasive-and-harmful-plants.
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