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Smooth cordgrass
Spartina alterniflora Smooth cordgrass (Spartina alterniflora) is an invasive plant. It is a native of East Coast of South America and was first detected in Washington in 2002. This grass forms the dominant salt-marsh community in tidal waters, displacing native species. |
News
01/13/2020 - Northern gulf salt marshes vital habitat
03/01/2018 - Invasive plants will be target of Old Town Hill work
02/13/2018 - Pest Management Changes Proposed for Hawke's Bay
07/17/2015 - Crews to remove invasive weed from shoreline