Giant hogweed is NOT edible and can cause serious skin blisters or burns. This plant can also cause blindness. If you see this plant do not touch it; report it to officials in your town or city.
An elderly Chicago man fined for picking dandelions is a story that sounds absolutely ridiculous, yet it is true. With only a hot dog, two eggs and bread for dinner, all he wanted was some nutritious greens to enhance his meal. Those dandelions cost him $75 he does not have.