Accidental introductions are an important source of invasive plants in the continental United States
Abstract
• Premise of the study: Preventing new plant invasions is critical for reducing large‐scale ecological change. Most studies have focused on the deliberate introduction of nonnatives via the ornamental plant trade. However, accidental introduction may be an important source of nonnative, invasive plants.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Pub Defense Publication
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 2013
- Source ID
- 10.3732/ajb.1300061
Entities
People
- Bethany A. Bradley
- Julia R. Murphy
- Lukas P. Thorburn
- Nora E. Lehan
Organizations
- National Institute of Food and Agriculture
- United States Department of Defense