* Persian hogweed has a tendency to suffocate out all other native plants and wildlife, causing significant ecological damage, particularly in Natura 2000 sites.
* It also has a major economic impact due to its erosive effects and impaired drainage along river courses.
* Infertility : The Persian hogweed plant is investigated to study its effect on folliculogenesis and ovarian tissue. Studies show that the extract of the plant may have inhibitory effect on folliculogenesis. So, use of the Heracleum persicum extract could cause infertility in females.
==Health Benefits and uses of Persian Hogweed==