invasive-species
An invasive species is an introduced organism that harms its new environment by outcompeting native flora and disrupting ecosystem balance. For plant scientists, invasive plant species represent a critical research frontier because they fundamentally alter biodiversity, compromise agricultural productivity, and trigger cascading ecological consequences that can be difficult or impossible to reverse. Understanding the mechanisms of plant invasiveness and developing effective management and prevention strategies is essential for conserving natural ecosystems and protecting food security worldwide.
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Range Expansion of Rhododendron ponticum in Scottish Highlands
Invasive rhododendron is advancing 2.1 km/year into Scottish highlands as warming winte...
Invasive Paulownia tomentosa Colonization Along I-81 Corridor
Princess tree invasions along I-81 have surged 340% since 2022, with highway constructi...
TuATG1-mediated autophagy confers thermotolerance in Tetranychus ur...
Researchers discovered that a heat-tolerant agricultural pest, the spider mite Tetranyc...
DNA-based identification of plants and the genomic nature of plant ...
Scientists found that plants can be accurately identified using just a few genetic mark...
Nevin's Brickellbush (Brickellia nevinii) observed in Skyland Dr, S...
A research-grade observation documents Nevin's Brickellbush persisting in Sierra Madre,...
The CO2 and humidity senses of insects in a changing world.
Insects detect carbon dioxide and humidity through specialized sensory systems that are...
Trending: common reed (Phragmites australis) — 59 observations this week
Common reed had a spike in research observations this week with 59 documented sightings...
Allelopathic and autotoxic effects of sorghum extract and residues ...
Sorghum plants naturally release chemicals that stop other crops from growing well, esp...
Trending: lesser celandine (Ficaria verna) — 812 observations this week
Lesser celandine has become the most observed plant species on iNaturalist this week wi...
Trending: Redstem Stork's-bill (Erodium cicutarium) — 315 observati...
Redstem Stork's-bill has become one of the most observed plant species this week with 3...
Trending: Salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis) — 113 observations this week
Salmonberry is trending on iNaturalist with 113 research-grade observations recorded th...
Trending: western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus) — 112 obser...
Western skunk cabbage has become one of the most observed plant species on iNaturalist ...
Trending: henbit deadnettle (Lamium amplexicaule) — 430 observation...
Henbit deadnettle (Lamium amplexicaule) is trending on iNaturalist with 430 research-gr...
Chinaberry (Melia azedarach) observed in San Antonio, TX 78217, USA
A research-grade iNaturalist observation documents the presence of Chinaberry, an invas...
European holly (Ilex aquifolium) observed in Portland, OR, US
A research-grade observation of European holly, an ornamental shrub non-native to North...
stinknet (Oncosiphon pilulifer) observed in Red Rock Canyon State P...
A research-grade observation of stinknet, an invasive species, was documented in Red Ro...
lesser periwinkle (Vinca minor) observed in Fraser Valley, CA-BC, CA
Lesser periwinkle (Vinca minor) was observed as a backyard ground cover in a former far...
common hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) observed in 8th Street & Fores...
A research-grade iNaturalist observation documents the presence of common hawthorn, a E...
Rose Clover (Trifolium hirtum) observed in Banbury Loop, Martinez, CA, US
Rose Clover was documented as a research-grade observation in an urban area of Martinez...
Beavertail Pricklypear (Opuntia basilaris) observed in Palm Desert
A research-grade iNaturalist observation documents the presence of native Beavertail Pr...
Genome-wide association studies identify new candidate genes and ti...
Researchers identified the genetic and molecular mechanisms behind how fruit flies tole...
Species in Topic
Wheat
western skunk cabbage
Sunflower
Cowpea
Rapeseed
Sorghum
Common reed
Alfalfa
Chinaberry
eco
Nevin's Brickellbush
Phragmites australis
Noni
Salmonberry
Common Hawthorn
European holly
Opuntia basilaris
eco
Beavertail Pricklypear
lesser periwinkle
Corn
lesser celandine
Rhododendron
eco
Redstem Stork's-bill
Rose Clover
Henbit deadnettle
Barley
stinknet
eco
Princess Tree