As part of an integrated pest management system, the L2L CISMA utilizes the most up-to-date research and best management practices in all aspects of invasive species management. 

Why are non-native invasive species (NNIS) a problem?

1. They are introduced where they did not evolve, thus they have no natural enemies to limit their numbers
2. Their rapid growth rate and reproductive rates allow them to quickly invade new habitats
3. They out-compete native species, especially when an ecosystem is stressed
4. NNIS span landscapes, ownerships, and jurisdictions
5. Some are toxic, like spotted knapweed, poison hemlock, and wild parsnip to name a few

Threats of NNIS include replacing native ecosystems, reducing biodiversity, changing ecological processes, degrading recreational opportunities, and compromising wildlife and livestock grazing habitat.

For more information on our top concern species, please follow each of the links below:

• Garlic mustard
• Invasive knotweeds
• Purple loosestrife
• Wild parsnip
• Japanese barberry
• Invasive thistles (European marsh thistle, Canada thistle, bull thistle)
• Non-native buckthorns
• Non-native phragmites
• Butterbur
• Flowering rush
• Leafy spurge
• Reed canary grass
• Non-native honeysuckles
• Eurasian watermilfoil​

Additional resources for invasive species management:

• Midwest Invasive Species Information Network (MISIN)
• Michigan DNR
• Midwest Invasive Plant Network (MIPN)

Other CISMAs in the Upper Peninsula:

• WePIC
• KISMA
• WRISC
• Three Shores CISMA

Michigan's CISMA Map and Contacts

Why Should I Care About Invasive Plants?
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