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Sweet Cicely leaves
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The leaves of Sweet Cicely (Myrrhis odorata) are similar to Hemlock and Cow Parsley but are a lighter, brighter green and smell strongly of aniseed when crushed. They often have grey marks on them (see separate picture).
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Sweet Cicely leaves with characteristic marks
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The leaves of Sweet Cicely (Myrrhis odorata) also often have grey 'splashes' on them that differentiates them from hemlock.
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Sweet Cicely main stem
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The main stem of Sweet Cicely (Myrrhis odorata) is grooved, which differentiates the plant from hemlock.
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Sweet cicely seeds
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The seeds Sweet Cicely (Myrrhis odorata) are large, dark brown, and easy to pick. They appear in late summer. Not only do the seeds help to identify the plant but some can be taken home to sow in the garden. The plant is attractive as well as providing forage.
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Umbellifer plant
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HEMLOCK
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Umbelliferae
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Umbelliferae are plants in the parsley or carrot family (Apiaceae). Most members are aromatic herbs with feathery leaves and white or light coloured flowers that are arranged in a conspicuous flat-topped clusters. Many of these plants are enjoyed by rabbits but identification is necessary as a few species are poisonous.
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Umbelliferae leaves
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Wild carrot
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Wild carrot (Daucus carota) is a widespread perennial plant of grasslands, particularly those on chalk soils, and coastlines. It appears later in the year than some other umbelliferae. The stem is furrowed and can be hairy. The plant is edible for both humans and rabbits.
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Wild carrot seedheads
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The seed heads of wild carrot (Daucus carota) are distinctive. The plant is also known as Queen Anne’s Lace or Birds Nest Weed because of its appearance.
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