Invasive Vines
Japanese Wisteria (Wisteria Floribunda)
As suggested by the name, this plant originated in Japan and was introduced to North America in the 19th century.…
Read MoreEnglish Ivy (Hedera Helix)
English ivy was introduced to the US by European settlers as early as 1727, and it was widely planted to…
Read MoreAutumn Olive (Elaeagnus Umbellata)
Originally from East Asia, Autumn Olive was introduced into the US in 1830 to provide wildlife habitat and windbreaks and…
Read MoreBlack Swallow-wort (Cynanchum Louiseae)
Originating in southwestern Europe, this plant made its way to America due to preference as an ornamental plant. It was…
Read MorePorcelain Berry (Ampelopsis Brevipedunculata)
Very abundant along the coast of MA currently, Porcelain Berry’s origins are in eastern Asia. Despite its invasive status it…
Read MoreJapanese “Vine” Honeysuckle (Lonicera Japonica)
Its name reveals its Japanese origin, but it also is known to grow naturally in the Koreas. It was likely…
Read MoreAsiatic Bittersweet (Celastrus Orbiculatus)
As the name suggests, this plant is native to East Asia. It is thought that it was brought to America…
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