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Exotic Plant Removal |
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The
Counter Invasive Agents |
Michelle (Shelly) Webster
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Many people
are unaware of the problems that exotic plants cause in
Volusia County. People often incorrectly perceive of exotic
plants as easier to grow, more colorful, or less expensive to
buy. Residents, especially those new to
Central Florida,
are not accustomed to our native flora and unknowingly
contribute to exotic invasive plants being introduced into
Florida’s natural areas. Of particular threat are the exotic
invasive plants that have no locally occurring pests or
diseases that would normally keep these plants in check in
their country of origin. Many of these exotic invasive plants
have become established in our County parks and on other
publicly and privately owned lands. These exotic invasive
plants are displacing the native plant species that our
wildlife depends upon. The exotic plant removal program strives to educate residents and visitors to Volusia County about the problems related to exotic invasive plants in our local communities. It also promotes the concepts of planting native plants, being water wise, and being responsible when using fertilizers or pesticides. A proactive outcome of this education program will be training citizens to recognize and remove exotic invasive plants. They will learn the removal techniques in our public natural areas first, and then use that knowledge to eliminate exotics growing in their own backyards. Plan of Action
Your Involvement
You can help
by volunteering your time to learn about the exotic plants in
your area and joining our removal team.
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Some
exotic invasive plant species you will find in Volusia County: |
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| Air Potato | Boston Fern | Caesar Weed | Erect Sword Fern | ||
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