Natural Area Weeds

Kenneth A. Langeland and Stephen F. Enloe

Brent Sellers and Stephen Enloe

Patrick J. Minogue andSeth Wright

A UF/IFAS numbered Management. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Invasive Species

Deah Lieurance and S. Luke Flory

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. Published by Integrated Pest Management

B. A. Sellers, S. F. Enloe, Patrick Minogue, and J. Walter

Coral ardisia, also known as coral berry, spice berry, and scratchthroat, was introduced to Florida in the early 1900's for ornamental purposes. Since then, it has escaped cultivation, and it is found in hardwood hammocks and other moist, natural-wooded areas and grazing lands. Although there is no published literature supporting the theory that coral ardisia is toxic, it is suspected that the berries and/or foliage are poisonous to livestock, pets, and humans.

Eric C. Morgan, William A. Overholt, William A. Overholt, andBrent Sellers
Other Contacts: Stephen F. Enloe

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. This document discusses the invasive plant species, paper mulberry (Broussonetia papyrifera), detailing its historical significance, ecological impact, and current distribution. Originally used for paper production in ancient China, paper mulberry has become a widespread invasive species, disrupting natural vegetation across various regions, including Florida. The article highlights its ability to colonize disturbed areas, spread through fruits and root systems, and form dense thickets. It also provides identification features and recommendations for managing its spread. The document is part of the UF/IFAS Extension series on invasive plants. Publication date: March 2004.

Patrick J. Minogue, Stella Jones, Kimberly K. Bohn, andElsa D. Chevasco

A UF/IFAS numbered Management.

Stephen F. Enloe, Ken Langeland, Jason Ferrell, Brent Sellers, and Greg MacDonald

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Management. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Integrated Pest Management

S. F. Enloe and K. A. Langeland

The article emphasizes the importance of recognizing and removing invasive plants from private properties to prevent their spread. It advocates for using native plants in landscaping and seeks collaboration among property owners, land managers, and officials to protect Florida's ecosystems. Sharing information and raising awareness are key to effective conservation efforts.

Rodrigo Diaz, William A. Overholt, Brent Sellers, and James P. Cuda

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Brent Sellers

This publication discusses the identification, habitat, ecology, spread, and control of Indian jujube. Written by Brent Sellers, and published by the UF/IFAS Agronomy Department, revised October 2021.

Colette C. Jacono, Stephen F. Enloe, Kenneth A. Langeland, and Jeffrey Hutchinson

This non-native sedge has been increasing in Florida wetlands. This rfact sheet describes its distribution, history and impacts, ecological overview, integrated management and identification.

Stephen F. Enloe, Chris Marble, andKenneth A. Langeland

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Chris Demers, Patrick J. Minogue, Michael G. Andreu, Alan J. Long, andRick Williams

Early detection and removal of invasive plants is the key to successful management. This publication describes many of the current methods used to manage some of the more common and troublesome invasive exotic plants in north Florida forests. These pest species may occur in established forest stands or when establishing new plantations. Consult the sources referenced in this paper for additional details about these and other methods.