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• - The threat that invasive weeds pose to the High Plains Ecosystem is discussed.
  
• - Tips offered for the average homeowner, gardener.
  
• - Global review of invasions resulting in a comprehensive database, an analysis of common characteristics and recommendations for management and control.
  
• - The dreaded Arundo, also known as giant reed grass, coming soon to a neighborhood near you.
  
• - Scientists Speak on Rare Plants and Invasive Species at Santa Barbara Symposium.
  
• - Information from the Canadian Botanical Conservation Network. Includes species list, facts about economic costs, and bibliography.
  
• - Descriptions and images of 12 of the most invasive terrestrial plants in Florida.
  
• - 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.
  
• - The Spread of Invasive Weeds in Western Wildlands.
  
• - Listings and descriptions of invasive plant species which threaten Pacific island ecosystems, particularly those of Micronesia and American Samoa.
  
• - Exotic plant management of the over 190 exotic species invading Redwood Parks.
  
• - Brochure for Ontario gardeners about how exotic trees, shrubs, and herbs found their way into gardens and natural areas.
  
• - A searchable database providing citations and summaries of literature pertinent to controlling invasive exotic plants.
  
• - Dedicated to finding solutions to problems caused by non-native pest plant invasions of the state's natural areas.
  
• - Maps and images of invasive species in the northeastern U.S.
  
• - State Department of Environmental Protection policy on non-native plant species.
  
• - Educational non-profit organization concerned with the control of exotic plant species in Wisconsin (USA).
  
• - Addresses the problem of invasive exotic plants in the Mid-Atlantic region of the US. Brochure, e-mail group, organizational information, and links.
  
• - 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).
  
• - The Bureau of Land Management's "Pulling Together-National Strategy for Invasive Plant Management".
  
• - Guide to Monitoring Exotic and Invasive Plants.
  
• - Photos and descriptions of invasive, noxious, and troublesome plants of North Dakota. Includes articles and weed control guide.
  
• - Information about the adverse effects exotic pest plants have on the diversity plants and animals native to Georgia, USA.
  
• - The Nature Conservancy's national program for dealing with harmful invasive plant species on its preserves.
  
• - Information and research from Cornell University on invasive plants. Information on Purple Loosestrife, Garlic Mustard, and Phragmites australis.
  
• - 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.
  
• - The Virginia Native Plant Society (VNPS) and the Department of Conservation and Recreation share a commitment to protect native plant habitats from the threat of invading exotics.
  
• - 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.
  
• - The spread of nonindigenous plants threatens biological diversity and the functioning of natural ecosystems throughout the United States.
  
• - Information about invasive plant and animal species in Wisconsin. Includes many detailed fact sheets.
  
• - evaluates the risks associated with the introduction of exotic plants not present, and those recently introduced and considered to pose a threat to agriculture and the environment
  
• - Information about exotic plants invading natural areas in the southeastern states, controlling invasive plants, and landscaping with native plants.
  
• - Invasive species list, fact sheets, and list of native alternatives.
  
• - Information about management of exotic plant species in the forests of the northeastern United States.
  
• - Literature reviews on the taxonomy, ecology, distribution, and control options for numerous species of exotic plants at three national monuments in the upper Midwest.
  
• - A not-for-profit organization that provides guidance on the management of invasive plants with the goal of protecting biodiversity in New York (USA).
  
• - Includes information on invasive exotic species, database, proposed research and educational programs, control guides and management plans, mailing list, membership information, and links.
  
• - Workshops from 1997 and 1997 dealing with invasive species.
  
• - Abstracts of studies done on the California coast.
  
• - 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.
  
• - APHIS has a major responsibility in preventing the spread of non-indigenous weeds into and through the United States.
  
• - Information about management of invasive weeds in the USA.
  
• - Common and scientific species names along with detailed information about the particular invasive plant.
  
• - Information about investigations of the ecology of invasive plant species; impacts of invasive species on forest health, management and restoration.
  
• - 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 o
  
• - USGS Biological resources that deal with invasive plant species.
  
• - A forum to promote public awareness and exchange of information regarding problems associated with the spread of alien plant species.
  
• - Overview of the problem, list of invasive garden plants, and species accounts from the Hawaii Division of Forestry and Wildlife.
  
• - Full text of 1998 publication by Randy Westbrooks, USDA-APHIS.
  
• - Information about non-native invasive and potentially invasive vascular plants in Connecticut, USA.
  
• - This is a list of vascular plant species which are invasive into "natural areas" in Connecticut.
  
• - The Federal Highway Administrations directives on implementing the executive order on invasive species.
  
• - A collaborative program designed to develop a regional database of exotic plant distributions for the southwest.