Invasive Plants & Trees
Invasive trees and plants are species that are non-native to a particular ecosystem and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause harm to the economy, environment, or human health.
When introduced to new environments, these trees and plants can outcompete native species, disrupt ecosystems, and cause significant ecological and economic damage.
Invasive trees and plants produce measurable impacts to the environment. They reduce local biodiversity by outcompeting native plants and altering habitats. They disrupt ecosystems through changes in soil composition, water availability, and light conditions. And they impact forest management and agriculture by reducing growth rates and yields while increasing management costs.
It is important to monitor your property for invasive trees and plants and take steps to control them when possible. Removing invasives is part of good land management, but it may take more than simply removing an individual tree or plant to ensure long-term success. Visit texasinvasives.org or contact us for more information.
Invasive plants in Texas by region
Impacts and significance of invasive trees and plants can vary by region.
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Concentrated heavily in Southeast Texas and poses a significant ecological threat.
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Especially prevalent in the Houston area, Giant Asian dodder threatens a variety of trees and landscape plants.
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Originally introduced as an ornamental, has become widespread along the Texas Gulf Coast.
