If the sap from wild parsnip lands on your skin, it could cause severe skin burns and blisters when exposed to sunlight. The wild parsnip can sometimes be confused with the Golden Alexander, but it is shorter, only reaching 1 to 3 feet. You can also find the Golden Alexander across prairie meadows in rural North Dakota, and it is not dangerous. Something to keep in mind the next time you're enjoying the North Dakota countryside. 4 Types Of Tree Squirrels We Have In North Dakota