Virginia Invasive Plants Species List
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation has released a comprehensive list of the invasive plant species in Virginia that are established — or may become established — in Virginia.
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation has released a comprehensive list of the invasive plant species in Virginia that are established — or may become established — in Virginia.
Blue Ridge PRISM provides an invasive plant species tool highlighting invasive plant species in Virginia, including photos, removal and disposal methods, corresponding fact sheets, and more.
Virginia Conservation Network advocated for 20 bills this General Assembly session that protect native species, support wildlife corridors, fund land conservation and outdoor recreation programs, and more.
VCN is supporting legislation to manage and control the spread of invasive plants across Virginia.
A new law passed in the 2025 General Assembly session will take into effect in January 2027, requiring stores to clearly label invasive plants where they are sold and direct consumers to alternatives.
Pat Calvert, Director of Clean Water and Land Conservation at Virginia Conservation Network, is quoted supporting a new law to control the spread of invasive species in the Williamsburg Yorktown Daily.
Policies to reduce invasive plants, support native plants, and protect Virginia's aquatic ecosystems passed in the 2023 General Assembly session.