Invasive Species: Centaurea solstitialis, Yellow Starthistle
Yellow starthistle invades a wide variety of habitats. It is an annual that can grow from 0.25 to 3 ft. (0.1 to 1 m) in height. Leaves near the base are petiolate, dissected, …
Commelina benghalensis, Benghal Dayflower
Invasive Species: Commelina benghalensis, Benghal Dayflower
Benghal dayflower, or tropical spiderwort, is an annual or perennial creeping herb that is on the Federal Noxious Weed List. Leaves are alternate, lilylike, and 1.2 to 2.8 in. (3 to 7 cm) …
Colocasia esculenta, Coco Yam
Invasive Species: Colocasia esculenta, Coco Yam
Coco yam is an invasive perennial forb that originates from a large corm and can grow to 4 ft. (1.5 m) in height. Leaves, supported by petioles that are 3 ft. (1 m) …