Invasive Species: Vernicia fordii, Tung Oil Tree
Tung oil tree is an invasive deciduous tree that grows up to 66 ft (20 m) tall and has milky white sap. The leaves are simple, 6 to 10 in. (15.2 to …
Ligustrum sinense, Chinese Privet
Invasive Species: Ligustrum sinense, Chinese Privet
Chinese privet invades and damages native ecosystems. Privet’s dense growth shades out native plants, especially in the forest understories and along riparian corridors. Chinese privet is a semi-evergreen shrub or small tree that …
Up-to-the-Minute Invasive Species Distribution Maps and Why They Are Important
The Early Detection and Distribution Mapping System (EDDMapS) is a Web-based mapping system for documenting invasive species distribution. The majority of invasive species reporting in the United States occurs through or in cooperation with EDDMapS. This article will discuss …
What Is the Best Way to Report the Occurrence of an Invasive Species?
You can help with efforts to control invasive species by reporting occurrences of invasive species. The information provided here can help you know what information to report and which method of reporting to choose.
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