A new map has been released, showing the locations of Hogweed - also known as 'Britains most dangerous plant'.
The hugely toxic plant can cause third-degree burns, ulcers and in some cases blindness.
Unfortunately due to the warmer weather, the toxic plant has been thriving.
Thankfully a new map is alerting Edinburgh locals to where the blister-inducing Hogweeds are hiding so they can safely be avoided.
The map, which was created by Plant Tracker, shows the dangerous plant growing in many locations across both Edinburgh and the Lothians.
You can avoid the toxic plant by checking out if there is any Hogweed in your area here.
The map reveals that the worse cluster of Hogweed in Edinburgh is in the Craigentinny and Seafield area of the city.
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There are eleven of the plants along Seafield Road and alarmingly the plants are relatively close to popular spots such as B&M Bargains and Craigentinny Golf Course.
Hogweed is present further out in the Lothian too, with the plant cropping up as far out as Blackburn in the West and Pencaitland in the East.
How do you identify giant hogweed?
Hogweed can be identified from its green stem which has dark red spots that vary from 3–8 cm in diameter.
Each dark red spot on the stem surrounds a hair, and large, coarse white hairs occur at the base of the leaf stalk.
The plant also produces white flowers clustered in an umbrella-shaped head that is up to 80 cm in diameter across its flat top.
When the plant is still growing, it is often confused with the native hogweed species.
The native plan is much smaller in height and has a smaller leaf, flower head, seed and width of stem.
What should I do if I come into contact with the plant?
Unfortunately the plant can be incredibly dangerous if it comes into contact with the skin.
The sap of the plant can also seriously damage the eyes if it touches them.
Medical professionals say you should and wash any wound with soap and water, cover the affected area and ensure you don't rub your eyes.
If you are worried that you have come in to contact with a Hogweed plant you should seek medical attention.
