Scotch Broom (Cytisus scoparius)
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
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
History & Introduction A native of the Mediterranean, Ravenna grass is named after the town of Ravenna, Italy. It was introduced to the U.S. as an ornamental plant, as early … Read more
LIISMA has been hard at work with an eventful first year with a newly introduced Early Detection and Rapid Response (EDRR) team. We prioritize our work in two ways: by … Read more
History & Introduction In America, the genus Actinidia was extirpated from the continent nearly 80 million years ago due to shifting climates. It was reintroduced in 1877 when Colonel William … Read more
History & Introduction Dioscorea polystachya or cinnamon vine is a species of flowering plant in the yam family. It is a perennial climbing vine, native to East Asia, where it … Read more
History & Introduction Arundo donax is a very tall, perennial grass that forms dense stands on disturbed sites, sand dunes, riparian areas and wetlands. Arundo is native to eastern Asia … Read more
History & Introduction Berberis julianae, commonly known as wintergreen barberry or Juliana’s barberry, is native to Central China. It was introduced into cultivation in the United Kingdom in 1900, and … Read more
The work of LIISMA is made possible by the support and cooperation of our many partners. LIISMA recognizes the tremendous efforts of our partners to prevent and rapidly respond to … Read more
LIISMA gives a presenation on aquatic plant ID with Quogue staff before heading out to the pond. (l-r) Bill Jacobs, Abby Bezrutscyk, and Melody Penny. Image by Marisa Nelson. At … Read more
Names: Nodding star of Bethlehem (O. nutans), Common star of Bethlehem (O. umbellatum.)Family: AsparagaceaeLife Form: Bulbous perennial forb History & Introduction These white flowered perennials have been introduced to North … Read more