Reasons to Rethink the Narrative of Invasive Plants

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When observing the land and trees absorbed by the invasive kudzu vine in the Southeast or fields covered by Himalayan Blackberry on the West Coast, it’s easy to see why environmentalists dislike aggressive non-native plants.

That is why I invite you to have an open heart and mind and to explore these 7 reasons to rethink the narrative of invasive plants.

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7 Reasons to Rethink the Narrative of Invasive Plants

Invasive Species Are a Symptom, Not a Disease

Invasive species are blamed for the loss of biodiversity and the potential extinction of native species. But, rather than pointing our fingers at invasive plants, we can look at them as symptoms of a greater disease afflicting the ecosystem.

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Invasive Species Fill an Ecological Niche

With invasive species seen as a threat to the environment, it’s assumed that they don’t have any beneficial ecological purposes. This is simply false and perhaps overlooked to fuel the negative perspective of invasive species.

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Current Eradication Methods May Cause More Harm Than Good

Current invasive species management strategies involve mechanical and chemical approaches. Mechanical approaches include hand-pulling, cutting, burning, and forestry mowing. 

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