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Welt : English : Science : Environment : Biodiversity : Invasive Species : Terrestrial : Plants
See also:
- APHIS Web: Noxious Weeds - APHIS has a major responsibility in preventing the spread of non-indigenous weeds into and through the United States.
- Biological Control of Non-Indigenous Plant Species - Information and research from Cornell University on invasive plants. Information on Purple Loosestrife, Garlic Mustard, and Phragmites australis.
- BLM National List of Invasive Weed Species of Concern - The United States Bureau of Land Management's list of invasive weed species of concern in regions where the agency has responsibilities (western United States).
- California Exotic Pest Plant Council - Dedicated to finding solutions to problems caused by non-native pest plant invasions of the state's natural areas.
- Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group - Information about non-native invasive and potentially invasive vascular plants in Connecticut, USA.
- Connecticut Policy on Non-Native Invasive Plant Species - Information provided by the state Department of Environmental Protection control measures, identification and education.
- Department of Transportation- Invasive Species Policy Guidelines - The Federal Highway Administrations directives on implementing the executive order on invasive species.
- Eastern Region Non-Native Invasive Species - Information about management of exotic plant species in the forests of the northeastern United States.
- Ecological Monitoring and Assessment Network - Discusses the need for monitoring, role of naturalists, use of research collections, research methods, and species identification. Article is by Erich Haber.
- Environmental Weeds at Bream Head - A study of environmental weeds found on the coastal fringe of Bream Head and in private gardens at Ocean Beach and Urquharts Bay, Northland, New Zealand.
- Federal Interagency Committee for the Management of Noxious and Exotic Weeds - Information about management of invasive weeds in the USA.
- Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council - Includes information on invasive exotic species, database, proposed research and educational programs, control guides and management plans, mailing list, membership information, and links.
- Georgia Exotic Pest Plant Council - Information about the adverse effects exotic pest plants have on the diversity plants and animals native to Georgia, USA.
- Hawaiian Alien Plant Studies, UH Botany - A forum to promote public awareness and exchange of information regarding problems associated with the spread of alien plant species.
- Hawaii's Most Invasive Horticultural Plants - Overview of the problem, list of invasive garden plants, and species accounts from the Hawaii Division of Forestry and Wildlife.
- How Landowners Can Prevent Invasive Plant Species - Tips offered for the average homeowner, gardener.
- How to Prevent the Spread of Noxious Weeds - Controlling weeds poses a special dilemma because, once a weed infestation is identified, it is often already so large that containment is difficult and expensive.
- Idaho Weed Summit - The Spread of Invasive Weeds in Western Wildlands.
- Influence of Invasive Species on Coastal Plant Communities - Abstracts of studies done on the California coast.
- Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry - Invasive Plants in Hawaii - Information about investigations of the ecology of invasive plant species; impacts of invasive species on forest health, management and restoration.
- Invasive Alien Plant Species of Virginia - Invasive species list, fact sheets, and list of native alternatives.
- Invasive Grass Species In Southern Africa - Invasiveness of a perennial soil pathogen-sensitive grass (Ammophila arenaria) and an annual grass (Cenchrus biflorus) in Southern Africa are studied in relation to soil pathogens, mycorrhizal fungi and genetic structure.
- Invasive Plant Atlas of New England - Maps and images of invasive species in the northeastern U.S.
- The Invasive Plant Council of New York State - A not-for-profit organization that provides guidance on the management of invasive plants with the goal of protecting biodiversity in New York (USA).
- Invasive Plant Management - Comprehensive online textbook.
- Invasive Plants - Information from the Canadian Botanical Conservation Network. Includes species list, facts about economic costs, and bibliography.
- Invasive Plants Association of Wisconsin - Educational non-profit organization concerned with the control of exotic plant species in Wisconsin (USA).
- Invasive Plants of Natural Habitats in Canada - Discusses invasive species, methodology, and relevant legislation in Canada.
- Invasive Species - USGS Biological resources that deal with invasive plant species.
- Invasive Weeds - Photos and descriptions of invasive, noxious, and troublesome plants of North Dakota. Includes articles and weed control guide.
- Invasive Woody Plants in the Tropics Research Group - Global review of invasions resulting in a comprehensive database, an analysis of common characteristics and recommendations for management and control.
- MetroActive News & Issues: Alien Plants - The dreaded Arundo, also known as giant reed grass, coming soon to a neighborhood near you.
- Mid-Atlantic Exotic Pest Plant Council - Addresses the problem of invasive exotic plants in the Mid-Atlantic region of the US. Brochure, e-mail group, organizational information, and links.
- Non-Native Invasive Terrestrial Plants in Florida - Descriptions and images of 12 of the most invasive terrestrial plants in Florida.
- Norwalk River Watershed Invasive Species - Common and scientific species names along with detailed information about the particular invasive plant.
- Noxious Weeds - Information about invasive species in King County, Washington, USA.
- Pacific Island Ecosystems at Risk - Listings and descriptions of invasive plant species which threaten Pacific island ecosystems, particularly those of Micronesia and American Samoa.
- Plant Conservation Alliance - Alien Plant Working Group - is a web-based project of the PCA that provides information for the general public, land managers, researchers, and others on the serious threat and impacts of invasive alien (exotic, non-native) plants to the native flora, fauna, and natural ecosystems of the United States.
- Redwood National and State Parks - Exotic plant management of the over 190 exotic species invading Redwood Parks.
- Southeastern Exotic Pest Plant Council - Information about exotic plants invading natural areas in the southeastern states, controlling invasive plants, and landscaping with native plants.
- Southwest Exotic Plant Mapping Program - A collaborative program designed to develop a regional database of exotic plant distributions for the southwest.
- TNC Wildland Weeds Management & Research - The Nature Conservancy's U.S. program for dealing with harmful invasive plant species threatening wild land biodiversity and invading TNC preserves. Site has weed alerts and resources on weed control.
- The Weed Risk Assessment Process - Evaluates the risks associated with the introduction of exotic plants, not currently present in Australia, and considered to pose a threat to agriculture and the environment.
- Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources - Invasive Species - Information about invasive plant and animal species in Wisconsin. Includes many detailed fact sheets.
- The Worst Invasive Species - The Nature Conservancy's national program for dealing with harmful invasive plant species on its preserves.
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