Here are a five different poisonous plants in Michigan and how to identify them: Poison Ivy The most well-known plant to avoid in poison ivy, with the old identifying adage “It if has leaves of ...

Hydrilla, one of the world's most invasive aquatic plants, was discovered for the first time in Michigan, state environmental officials said Monday.

Michigan's ecosystem is diverse, stunning and perhaps deadly. Growing in the state's woodlands are poisonous plants. Here are six to avoid.

According to the Michigan State Extension website, the giant hogweed can cause severe reactions caused by the sap of the plant. Skin lesions and potentially long-term blindness are a few of the ...

Michigan's ecosystem is diverse, stunning and perhaps deadly. Growing in the state's woodlands are poisonous plants. Here are six to avoid.

Bugs that are not native to Michigan pose a serious threat to the natural, agricultural, and silvicultural resources in the state. Here’s a list of the current invasive insects the state of ...

Poison ivy, oak and sumac all can create itchy rashes from urushiol. What you need to know before the rash starts.

The Michigan monkeyflower is a rare, endangered wildflower only found in northern Michigan. Here's what to know.

An invasive aquatic plant was detected in West Michigan, prompting response from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

This spring in Michigan, strawberry growing season is nearly here. Here's what to know about strawberry planting in the state.

Learn how to spot and avoid poisonous plants like poison ivy, hemlock, and giant hogweed while hiking Michigan trails this summer.