FLEPPC compiles invasive species lists that are revised every two years. Professional botanists and others perform exhaustive studies to determine invasive exotic plants that should be placed on the lists. Invasive exotic plants are termed Category I invasives when they are altering native plant communities by displacing native species, changing community structures or ecological functions, or hybridizing with natives. This definition does not rely on the economic severity or geographic range of the problem, but on the documented ecological damage caused. Category II invasive exotics have increased in abundance or frequency but have not yet altered Florida plant communities to the extent shown by Category I species. These species may become Category I if ecological damage is demonstrated.
Criteria Document for Requesting Consideration of New Species
Proper Uses of FLEPPC Invasive Plant Lists
2015 FLEPPC List of Invasive Plant Species FOR PRINT (PDF) - some species linked to more information.
2015 FLEPPC List of Invasive Plant Species (PDF, trifold pamphlet, 8.5x14) - Printed trifold pamphlets are available by contacting fleppc@gmail.com - some species linked to more information.
Criteria Documents for Newly Added Species (2015)
2013 FLEPPC List of Invasive Plant Species
State of Florida Noxious Weed List
State of Florida Prohibited Aquatic Plants List
