Melody Penny 
In LIISMA’s Early Detection and Rapid Response program, we focus our attention on Tier 1 (early detection and prevention) and Tier 2 (early detection and eradication) emerging invasive species in … Read more
As LIISMA approaches the end of our field season, the breezy October days have been just what we needed to cool down after a very hot and busy summer! As … Read more
History & Introduction Water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) is an invasive freshwater species known for its ability to create dense surface mats in aquatic ecosystems. This plant poses significant threats to … Read more
History & Introduction Mile-a-minute, also known as Persicaria perfoliata, is a fast-growing, barbed vine from the Buckwheat family that gets its name from its ability to grow up to 6 … Read more
The LIISMA team has been hard at work this month with many upcoming projects underway, many of which are still in development, but stay tuned! One of LIISMA’s field highlights … Read more
By Melody Cerniglia History & Introduction Lilacs include 30 species of deciduous shrubs and small trees belonging to the Oleaceae, or olive, family. They are native to southeastern Europe and … Read more
By Melody Cerniglia On May 6, 2024, the LIISMA team of Melody Cerniglia (EDRR Manager), Abby Marino (CA Manager), and Kassidy Robinson (EO Manager) set out on the first trip … Read more
By: Melody Cerniglia, LIISMA Early Detection and Rapid Response Manager On March 7-9, 2024, the Long Island Invasive Species Management Area (LIISMA) and Long Island Native Plant Initiative (LINPI) … Read more
History & Introduction Lonicera fragrantissima, or winter honeysuckle, is a species of flowering plant in the honeysuckle family, Caprifoliaceae. This plant is native to China, and has been an introduced … Read more
History & Introduction Cytisus scoparius or Scotch broom, is a deciduous, leguminous shrub, native to central and western Europe, and northern Africa. It was first introduced to North America on … Read more
