Invasive Plants
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An easy-to-use, wide-ranging guide to invasive plants in North America. Features full-color photos and descriptions of more than 250 alien species—both terrestrial and aquatic—that are in some cases changing the landscape to an almost unimaginable degree. Accompanying text describes the plant's environmental and economic impacts as well as management techniques used to control it. Also includes an explanation of what an invasive is and a step-by-step identification key. An essential guide to und
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This comprehensive field guide delivers exactly what eco-conscious readers need: a practical, photo-rich reference for identifying and understanding the invasive plant species transforming North American ecosystems. With detailed profiles of over 250 terrestrial and aquatic invaders, it moves beyond simple identification to explain the profound environmental and economic damage these non-native species cause. The inclusion of a clear identification key and specific management techniques makes this more than just a catalog—it's a manual for action.
What sets this resource apart is its urgent, solutions-oriented approach, empowering readers to recognize these aggressive plants in their own neighborhoods and natural areas. The full-color photographs and accessible descriptions are invaluable for hikers, gardeners, land managers, and anyone concerned with local biodiversity. By connecting plant identification directly to ecological impact and control methods, this guide transforms passive observation into informed stewardship, making it an essential tool for defending native landscapes.
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