Queen Anne's Lace always fascinated me as a small child. They were tall and strong and oh so detailed. Of course, I wasn't allowed to bring them in the house because of my mother's hay fever but I loved to watch all the busy insects that would be drawn to them. I loved their fancy shapes, fancier than any needlework I could do as a child or even now.
Daucus carota called Wild Carrot in other places is an introduced species in the United States. It is native to Europe and southwest Asia. It is in the family of Apiaceae which includes parsley, cumin, dill, fennel, hemlock, and celery.
These pictures were taken on July 29, 2017.
Daucus carota is considered both a beneficial companion plant and a noxious weed depending on the circumstances. It has been shown to boost tomato plant production when planted nearby and provide a microclimate when planted with lettuces to keep them cool and moist. It is considered a pest in pastures and the seeds remain in the viable in the soil for 2 to 5 years.
Links:
Wiki - Daucus carota
Go Botany - Daucus carota
