A three-year-old boy named Brooklyn Bone suffered second-degree burns after potentially encountering giant hogweed while picking flowers on his way to childcare. A blister developed on his finger, which then rapidly increased in size. His mother recognized the severity when he appeared in distress, prompting a visit to the hospital. Medical staff confirmed the burns and initiated treatment, including lancing the blister. Recovery may take up to four weeks with repeated visits for dressing changes.
Brooklyn Bone, three, was probably exposed to giant hogweed while picking flowers on the way to childcare in Newcastle upon Tyne. A blister appeared on his finger, quadrupling in size as it filled with pus.
Known as 'Britain's most dangerous plant', giant hogweed has sap that stops the skin protecting itself against the sun, leading to gruesome burns when exposed to daylight.
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