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Photo of tree-of-heaven in a forested setting.

Invasive Plant BOLO: Tree-of-Heaven

Ailanthus altissima (Tree-of-Heaven) Tree-of-Heaven is a common invasive plant across the southeast, including here in WNC. Tree-of-Heaven was first introduced in the United States as an ornamental…

Dense cluster of narrow green bamboo-like leaves and stems

Invasive Plant BOLO: Japanese Stiltgrass

Microstegium vimineum (Japanese stiltgrass)This invasive sprawling annual grass is a huge issue across WNC. Known as a voracious seeder (a single plant can disperse over 1,000 viable seeds), Japanese…

Branch with glossy round green leaves and small clustered pale flower buds

Invasive Plant BOLO: Oriental Bittersweet

Celastrus orbiculatus (Oriental bittersweet)This invasive deciduous woody vine was introduced to the United States from Southeast Asia in the 1860’s as an ornamental plant. Known for its prolific…

Person in cap cutting vine with pruning shears at base of large tree in a forest

Invasive Plant Management: Forming a Game Plan After Helene

Invasive plants are defined as being non-native in the ecosystem they are found in, and their introduction can cause economic, environmental, or health concerns. One of the long-term impacts of…