Toxicity | Non-toxic. |
Control | Hand pulling or digging using gloves, biological, herbicide and mechanical. Contact your County Weed District or local Applicator for more information. |
Habitat | Rangelands, disturbed areas, meadows, pastures, roadsides and sandy or gravelly floodplains. |
Root | Taproot. |
Leaf Shape | Rosette leaves deeply lobed, linear mature leaves. |
Lifespan | Biennial or short-lived perennial. |
Priority 2B Weed | Abundant in Montana and widespread in many counties. |
Similar Looking Plants | Rosette leaves deeply loped, linear mature leaves. |
Important Information | Plants are suspected to contain toxins that inhibit the growth of neighboring plants. Seeds remain viable in the soil for up to eight years. |