Dangerous Plants and Invasive Species

Vocabulary flashcards highlighting key terms and their definitions from the lecture on dangerous plants and invasive species.

Poison Ivy

A common plant that causes allergic contact dermatitis, often identified by 'leaves of three'.

Giant Hogweed

An invasive species introduced as an ornamental plant, can cause severe burns and skin inflammation.

Manchineel Tree

Known as 'The Tree of Death,' it is extremely poisonous and can cause severe skin burns.

Invasive Species

A non-native species whose introduction causes ecological or economic harm.

Zebra Mussels

An invasive freshwater clam that can significantly impact native ecosystems.

Asian Carp

A collective term for several species that outcompete native fish and were introduced to the US in the 1970s.

Furocoumarins

Chemical compounds found in plants like wild parsnip that can cause severe skin reactions when exposed to sunlight.

Cicutoxin

A toxic alcohol from Spotted Water Hemlock that attacks the central nervous system.

Emerald Ash Borer

An invasive insect that kills ash trees by damaging the layer beneath the bark.

Pokeweed

A poisonous plant with symptoms of poisoning including abdominal pains and vomiting.