Invasive Species

Australian Pine, Casuarina equisetifolia, presents a complex case of an introduced species that has significant and largely negative ecological impacts in Florida.

The history of Brazilian Pepper in Florida is a cautionary tale of how exotic plant introductions can lead to unforeseen ecological challenges.

Cogon grass (Imperata cylindrica), a perennial rhizomatous grass native to the warm regions of Asia and Africa, has become an infamous invasive species in many parts of the world, including Florida.