National Invasive Species Awareness Week – Beach vitex

National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) 2026

 

Today we will learn about another relatively new species in the Florida panhandle – Giant Salvinia.  This small floating aquatic plant has been a large problem in Texas and Louisiana and has recently invaded Florida.  With the help of local communities, and a rapid response, we may be able to contain the spread of this plant.

 

https://youtu.be/KtiWLujCexE

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Posted: February 24, 2026


Category: Invasive Species, Natural Resources
Tags: Beach Vitex, Invasive Species, NISAW


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