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Sosnowsky's hogweed

Heracleum sosnowskyi

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Apiales ›Family: Apiaceae ›Genus: Heracleum

About

Sosnowsky's hogweed (Heracleum sosnowskyi) is a flowering plant in the family Apiaceae, originally native to Caucasus. Now it is a common weed in the Baltic States, Belarus, Russia, Ukraine, and Poland. The species is named in honor of the Russian botanist Dmitrii Ivanovich Sosnowsky (1885-1952), who found the species in Georgia in 1936.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sosnowsky's hogweed?
The scientific name of Sosnowsky's hogweed is Heracleum sosnowskyi.
What kingdom does Sosnowsky's hogweed belong to?
Sosnowsky's hogweed belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Sosnowsky's hogweed belong to?
Sosnowsky's hogweed belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Sosnowsky's hogweed belong to?
Sosnowsky's hogweed belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Sosnowsky's hogweed belong to?
Sosnowsky's hogweed belongs to the order Apiales.
What family does Sosnowsky's hogweed belong to?
Sosnowsky's hogweed belongs to the family Apiaceae.
What genus does Sosnowsky's hogweed belong to?
Sosnowsky's hogweed belongs to the genus Heracleum.