List of invasive plant species in New York

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Numerous plants have been introduced to the US state of New York in the last four hundred years, and many of them have become invasive species which by definition compete with native plants and suppress the growth of indigenous populations. [1] [2] [3] [4] The identification and measurement of accelerated growth of particularly dangerous invasives has long been a subject of scientific study and data collection; the far ranging impact of invasive species spurred former New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo to allocate millions in funding to eradicate them. According to NYS Assembly Member Steve Englebright, Chair of the Assembly Environmental Conservation Committee, “Invasive plant and animal species are a significant threat to New York’s remarkable biodiversity with the potential to severely impact our forests, as well as our state’s agricultural and tourism economies." [5]

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Invasive species are often grouped by threat levels that vary from county to county from very high impact to remarkable increased growth. [6] The list of invasive plants below is by no means comprehensive but nearly every species listed is scientifically proven to have detrimental impacts on native habitats and wildlife, including native birds in New York State. Plants are listed in Latin name order and level of threat. Since plants do not recognize any boundaries, many pose threats in neighboring states like Connecticut and New Jersey as well.

Current lists of invasive species in New York are maintained by various PRISMs (Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management). There are 8 PRISMs in New York State. [7] [8]

Invasive Terrestrial Plants and Trees

Very High

High

Invasive Aquatic or Submerged Plants

Very High

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  2. ↑ "NY Invasive Species (IS) Info". Cornell Cooperative Extension and NY Sea Grant. Retrieved October 14, 2019.
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  5. ↑ Michelle Sutton. "Governor Cuomo Announces $2.8 Million in Grant Awards to Combat Spread Of Invasive Species". New York State Urban Forestry Council. Retrieved November 1, 2019.
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