bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Dypsis lutescens (yellow butterfly palm).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa , Acevedo-Rodriguez Pedro 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Dypsis lutescens is an ornamental palm very widespread in cultivation all over the tropics, found growing under a wide range of conditions. It has the potential to form thickets excluding native vegetation and spread in secondary forests and disturbed sites. Although this species has become naturalized after being introduced and extensively planted in cultivation in many tropical and subtropical regions, it has only been described as invasive in Cuba and Réunion. The risk of this species escaping from cultivation and colonizing new habitats is high.
Dombeya wallichii (pink ball).
Authors: Vélez-Gavilán Jeanine 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

D. wallichii is a shrub to small tree that has been in cultivation since the 1800's (Skema, 2010). It is only reported as an invasive species in Cuba, without further details (Oviedo-Prieto et al., 2012). Most of the information available regards D. wallichii as being cultivated, and not as a naturalised species (Skema, 2010). Although it is being listed as an invasive species in Cuba, Alvarez de Zayas (2008), reports the species as an ornamental that is rarely used in gardens in Cuba. Gilman and Watson (2014) classify the species as having little invasive potential for the USA.
Senna occidentalis (coffee senna).
Authors: Vélez-Gavilán Jeanine 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

S. occidentalis is an annual to short lived perennial herb to small shrub with a pantropical distribution (PROTA, 2016). It is reported as invasive throughout Oceania, and various countries in Asia and Africa, where is reported as introduced (BioNET-EAFRINET, 2016; PIER, 2016). Within its native range S. occidentalis is listed as invasive for Cuba by Oviedo Prieto et al. (2012). This species is recognised as an invasive herb or a problematic weed that affects crops and plantations all over its range (PIER, 2016). For example, in the Northern Territory, Australia, it is a class B declared weed, i.e. spread to be controlled in all of the Territory (Flanagan, 1998). This weed is a problem in seven states of the USA and is increasing in eight others (Teem et al., 1980). Its ability to colonize a wide range of climatic and edaphic conditions is epitomized by its occurrence in East Africa where it is found at altitudes of 0-1740 metres above sea level (Brenan, 1967). Though probably less important than the related weeds, S. obtusifolia and S. tora, S. occidentalis has the potential to become a weed of more widespread significance. In the USA it is on the regulated invasive list for Florida (Invasive Plant Atlas of the United States, 2016).
Jasminum multiflorum (star jasmine).
Authors: Areces-Berazain Fabiola 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Jasminum multiflorum is an ornamental shrub native to India and south eastern Asia widely grown across the tropics for its white, mildly scented flowers. It has been introduced to numerous countries, having escaped cultivation and become established in the USA (Florida), Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Seychelles, Australia (Queensland) and perhaps other countries. It is currently listed as invasive only in Puerto Rico, although its impact is not known.
Kyllinga nemoralis (white kyllinga).
Authors: Ventosa-Febles Eduardo 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Kyllingia nemoralis is a perennial sedge native to the tropical Old World that has been introduced elsewhere in Oceania, the Indian Ocean and the Americas. Several species of Cyperaceae are listed as highly invasive worldwide. Sedges of the genus Kyllinga are recognized for their invasive tendencies in tropical climates. K. nemoralis exhibits characteristics common to the success of an invasive species, such as asexual spreading, positive reaction to human-caused disturbance, early and consistent reproduction and small seeds. In the tropics, it can be competitive with grass species and is sometimes aggressive in lawns, turf and pasture. A related species K. polyphylla, is a major weed of improved pastures, but can be suppressed by competition from vigorous, well managed grasses. K. nemoralis is listed as invasive in a number of islands in the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
Crotalaria maypurensis (rattlebox weed).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

C. maypurensis is a shrub or herb listed as invasive in Cuba by Oviedo Prieto et al. (2012), although other databases regard it as native on this island (Acevedo-Rodríguez and Strong, 2012; USDA-ARS, 2015). Within its native distribution range in tropical America, this species is associated with disturbed vegetation and grows in open ground, secondary forests and riparian sites (Gómez-Sosa, 2000; Avendaño, 2011).
Ipomoea alba (white moonflower).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Ipomoea alba is a fast-growing vine native to the Americas, which has been widely introduced across tropical and subtropical regions of the world where it has become naturalized and invasive. Once naturalized, this species behaves as an environmental weed with the potential to outcompete native plant species for nutrients, water and sunlight. It climbs using other plants for support and forms a dense canopy that shades out native vegetation. It also spreads over the ground, forming a dense mat of vegetation that inhibits the establishment and growth of other plant species. Currently this species is included in the Global Compendium of Weeds and it is listed as invasive in China, South Africa, Cuba, Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii and other islands in the Pacific region.
Potamogeton diversifolius (waterthread pondweed).
Authors: Ventosa-Febles Eduardo 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Potamogeton diversifolius is an aquatic plant native to North America. Although some sources list it as native to Cuba, it has also been described as an introduced, invasive, transformer species in this country. Although no further details are given, this suggests it has the capability of altering the character or condition of ecosystems it is introduced into.
Trimezia steyermarkii (yellow walking iris).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Trimezia steyermarkii is a rhizomatous, perennial herb often planted as an ornamental. It has escaped from cultivation and become naturalized, primarily in warm tropical and subtropical areas (Goldblatt et al., 1998; Acevedo-Rodríguez and Strong, 2005; Barker and Govaerts, 2017). Currently, this species is only listed as invasive in Cuba, where it is recorded as a transformer frequently found in riparian forests (Oviedo Prieto et al., 2012; Gonzalez-Oliva, 2015).
Pentas lanceolata (Egyptian starcluster).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Pentas lanceolata is a fast growing, small to medium-sized herbaceous shrub that has become very popular as an ornamental and potted plant due to its colourful flowers. It is adapted to grow in a wide range of environmental conditions and tolerates a fair amount of drought. P. lanceolata has been intentionally introduced into many tropical and subtropical regions from where it has escaped to colonize predominantly disturbed sites, open grounds and roadsides near cultivation areas. Once established this species may become dominant in some open areas and can form monospecific stands with the potential to outcompete and exclude native plant species and other early successional vegetation. To date, P. lanceolata has been listed as invasive only in insular ecosystems in Hawaii, Anguilla, Norfolk Island, Mayotte Island and French Polynesia. In Hawaii, it has recently been noted spreading across the Big Island; on Maui, it volunteers in scrub areas and steep banks.
Pseudogynoxys chenopodioides (Mexican flamevine).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Pseudogynoxys chenopodioides is a vine species native to the Americas, from Mexico to the northern regions of South America, often cultivated for its showy flowers. It has been introduced in tropical and subtropical regions as a garden ornamental and for ground cover, from where it has successfully escaped from cultivation and can now be found naturalized along roadsides, forest edges, moist thickets and disturbed sites. P. chenopodioides is an aggressive plant that spreads extensively and quickly colonizes new habitats. Once established, it climbs over adjacent vegetation and forms a dense blanket of stems and leaves that shade-out native plant species. It has been listed as invasive in Anguilla and Hawaii, and as potentially invasive in Florida and Galapagos Islands.
Cissus quadrangularis (treebine).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Cissus quadrangularis is an aggressive fast-growing vine that has been cultivated primarily as a garden ornamental and medicinal plant. This species escaped from cultivation and can now be found naturalized in dry forests, coastal thickets, forest edges, savannas and scrublands across dry, arid and semiarid habitats in tropical and warm temperate regions of the world. It has become an invasive species with detrimental impacts mostly on insular ecosystems. C. quadrangularis is a vigorous vine that spreads both vertically and horizontally forming dense monospecific stands that outcompete native vegetation. It climbs over trees and shrubs, covering them entirely, blocking light and thus restricting the growth and regeneration of native plants. It may kill or break down trees and shrubs that support it due to its weight. This species is able to inhabit areas subject to water stress and has the potential to spread sexually by seeds and vegetatively by stem fragments.
Cnidoscolus aconitifolius (chaya).
Authors: Vélez-Gavilán Jeanine 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Cnidoscolus aconitifolius is a shrub or small tree native to southern Mexico and Central America, with a long history of cultivation for its edible leaves and other purposes, dating back to the Mayan civilization. It is believed to have its origins in the Yucatán Peninsula, spreading due to domestication. It has been widely introduced as a cultivated plant in warmer parts of the world, and become naturalized in the wild in some countries, but it is not widely reported as invasive. It has been reported as invasive in the Galapagos Islands, but other sources indicate that it is not abundant in the wild there. In Cuba, it is reported as a transformer species, naturalized and spreading in some habitats, without further details. In most of the countries where it has been introduced, either there is not enough information available, or it is reported with a low possibility of becoming invasive because the cultivated forms reproduce mostly by stem cuttings. PIER (2018), however, assess it as being of high risk for the Pacific islands.
Cymbopogon citratus (lemongrass).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Cymbopogon citratus is a perennial grass that has been intentionally introduced in tropical and subtropical regions of the world for the essential oil extracts from its leaves and to be used as a culinary and medicinal herb. It is a tall grass with rhizomes and densely tufted fibrous roots, which tillers profusely and has the potential to escape from cultivation. Once established it can spread fairly rapidly, becoming weedy and invasive in disturbed areas. Currently it is listed as a weed in Mexico and as an invasive species on the island of St. Lucia. On this island, C. citratus is an invader which, due to its high oil content, has the potential to increase fire risk in areas such as Pigeon Island and Dennery quarry where it forms monotypic stands.
Chrysopogon zizanioides (vetiver).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Chrysopogon zizanioides is a grass native to Asia, now widely introduced and cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. There are two types, an infertile domesticated type and a fertile wild type. C. zizanioides can grow in a wide range of soils and climatic conditions and is very tolerant of disturbance including grazing, fire, floods and drought. This is in part due to its dense root system that can reach depths of over 3 m. All these features have made this species an excellent option for soil and water conservation (among other uses), but also make the fertile wild type of this plant a problematic invasive species. Once established, it grows very densely and has the potential to displace other plant species including other grasses. Currently, vetiver is listed as invasive in China, Fiji, Costa Rica, Anguilla and the Philippines. This species is highly efficient in absorbing dissolved nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorous, and its dense root system can directly alter the soil structure and modify or inhibit nutrient and water acquisition by native species. Due to its deep root system, it is difficult to remove manually. It can be controlled by dense shade and by digging up the crown, and it is susceptible to glyphosate.
Euphorbia trigona (African milk weed).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Among the succulent, cacti-form Euphorbia spp., E. trigona is the most widely grown. It is widely commercialized as an ornamental, hedge plant and potted plant across tropical and subtropical regions. This species has the potential to escape from cultivation. In Cuba and India, where this species has become naturalized, it grows to form thickets in disturbed sites and abandoned gardens in dry and semiarid sites. It mostly spreads vegetatively by cuttings and stem fragments.
Flemingia lineata (wild hops).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Flemingia lineata is a fast-growing shrub, native to South-East Asia, India, China, and Australia, that has been commercialized as an ornamental plant, and is also planted for green manure and soil erosion control. Currently, it is listed as invasive only in Cuba (Oviedo Prieto et al., 2012), and is naturalized in the Dominican Republic and Haiti (Acevedo-Rodríguez and Strong, 2012). However, the closely related species Flemingia strobilifera is an aggressive invader of ruderal areas on islands in the Pacific and the West Indies where it grows forming dense stands that compete with native vegetation, so F. lineata is of concern as being potentially invasive.
Livistona chinensis (Chinese fan palm).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Livistona chinensis is a palm tree that has been widely introduced into tropical and warm temperate regions of the world to be used as ornamental. It has escaped from cultivation and become naturalized in disturbed sites, but also in undisturbed natural areas. L. chinensis produces a large amount of fruits and has high germination rates. It grows by forming dense thickets that can crowd out and overshadow native species. Currently, it is listed as invasive in Hawaii, Florida, Bermuda, Mauritius, Reunion and New Caledonia. In Florida, L. chinensis is listed as a category II invasive plant, a category designed for species with the potential to disrupt native plant communities.
Maranta arundinacea (arrowroot).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Maranta arundinacea is a perennial plant, native to Mexico, Central and South America, that has been introduced and cultivated for its starch-rich root (known as arrowroot), and as an ornamental and medicinal plant. It has escaped from cultivation and can be found naturalized in a wide variety of substrates and habitats, ranging from open areas with full sunlight to deep-shaded sites. It can reproduce sexually by seeds and vegetatively by rhizomes and suckers. The pieces of rhizome left in the soil after harvest often pose a weed problem because they re-sprout easily and are difficult to eradicate.
Mirabilis jalapa (four o'clock flower).
Authors: Vélez-Gavilán Jeanine 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

M. jalapa is a perennial herb in tropical and subtropical regions (Encyclopedia of Life, 2016). It is an annual in temperate climates (Dave's Garden, 2016). It has been introduced into various continents as an ornamental since the 1500's (Le Duc, 1995; Encyclopedia of Life, 2016). The species is listed as invasive in Asia (China, Indonesia, Maldives, Philippines), Africa (Kenya, Seychelles, South Africa, Uganda), South America (Chile, Ecuador) and Oceania (Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Hawaii-USA, Kiribati, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Pitcairn, Tonga, US Minor Outlying Islands) (BioNET-EAFRINET, 2016; Invasive Species South Africa, 2016; PIER, 2016). Oviedo Prieto et al. (2012) consider it a species with the potential of becoming invasive in Cuba. It has also been separately reported as invasive in Ethiopia, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania and Zambia. Although its popularity has decreased (Flora of India, 2015; Missouri Botanical Garden, 2017), the species is still popular in some countries and it is available from nurseries and over the internet worldwide (Fuentes Fiallo et al., 2001; Dave's Garden, 2016; Encyclopedia of Life, 2016). The species has a high reproductive potential as it can re-seed easily and propagate vegetatively through its tuberous roots (BioNET-EAFRINET, 2016; Invasive Species South Africa, 2016). M. jalapa is cited as not having a weed potential (PFAF, 2016), but also as an environmental weed, a "sleeper weed" or as a possible noxious weed (BioNET-EAFRINET, 2016; Dave's Garden; 2016). It can escape from gardens into nearby areas and will naturalise in disturbed areas (BioNET-EAFRINET, 2016).
Muntingia calabura (Jamaica cherry).
Authors: Areces-Berazain Fabiola 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

M. calabura is a fast growing tree of disturbed lowland neotropical forests that has been introduced as an ornamental and fruit tree in many Old World countries. It is now widespread and naturalized in Southeast Asia, Australia, and in islands of the Pacific Ocean, in part due to its ability to disperse by bats and birds. It is often regarded as an environmental weed, but has not yet become a severe widespread problem (Werren, 2001; Randall, 2012). Listed as invasive in Puerto Rico (Haysom and Murphy, 2003; Rojas-Sandoval and Acevedo-Rodríguez, 2015), Singapore (Nghiem et al., 2015), Papua New Guinea (Orapa, 2006), Republic of Palau (Space et al., 2009), Nauru (Meyer, 2000) and the Federated States of Micronesia (Haysom and Murphy, 2003). Listed as potentially invasive in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands (Meyer, 2000).
Invasive species compendium.
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Agave fourcroydes is a perennial succulent plant that has been extensively cultivated for fibre production (sisal) and as an ornamental. This species is adapted to a wide variety of habitats and spreads easily by bulbils and offshoots from rhizomes. These traits are thought to help the species escape cultivation and easily colonize and become naturalized in new habitats. It is currently listed as invasive in Spain, the Canary Islands and Cuba, where it is described as a species that is spreading, and often forms dense monospecific stands that displace native vegetation.
Paspalum notatum (Bahia grass).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Paspalum notatum is a perennial grass which is native to South America, and according to some authors native to Central America and the West Indies as well. It is widely naturalized in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate regions of the world where it has often been introduced to be used as a forage, for erosion control and as an ornamental and lawn grass. It is well adapted to a wide range of climates and soil types, including poor infertile soils. It spreads by seeds and vegetatively by stolons and rhizomes, and once established it grows forming dense mats of stolons, rhizomes and a thick root system that inhibit the growth and establishment of other plant species. It is very persistent and competitive, and tolerates drought, sporadic flooding, and continuous grazing; it has the potential to continue dominating pastures decades after abandonment (Violi, 2000; Cook et al., 2005; Useful Tropical Plants, 2018; Newman et al., 2014; Heuzé and Tran, 2016).
Petrea volubilis (queen's wreath).
Authors: Vélez-Gavilán Jeanine 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Petrea volubilis is a shrub or liana native to the Americas, often grown as an ornamental in the tropics and subtropics due to its attractive blue flowers. Although it has a long history of cultivation, there is insufficient evidence to consider the species as naturalized and invasive where introduced. It is listed with a low invasive potential for the pacific region. Despite being widely grown as an ornamental the species is not reported as spreading outside of cultivation in its introduced range. It is only reported as naturalized in Madeira, Portugal.
Albizia carbonaria (carbonero).
Authors: Ventosa-Febles Eduardo A. 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Albizia carbonaria is a fast growing but short-lived perennial tree native to tropical Central and South America that has been introduced to South and South East Asia. It is cultivated for wood, fodder, shade and erosion control. A number of other Albizia species are invasive due to their fast growth and prolific seed production, so there is a possibility A. carbonaria could also become invasive.
Triadica sebifera (Chinese tallow tree).
Authors: Rojas-Sandoval Julissa 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Triadica sebifera is a tree that behaves as an aggressive weed and forms monospecific stands with the potential to displace native plant species altering the composition, structure and functioning of invaded ecosystems. It is also able to alter nutrient cycles, fire regimes and successional patterns of invaded sites. Triadica sebifera is a prolific seed producer adapted to grow in a wide range of habitats. Its tolerance to drought, flooding and a degree of salinity, effective dispersal of seeds by avian vectors and water and a high germination rate contribute to the invasiveness of this species. Currently, this species is listed as invasive in the United States, India and Australia, but the range of introduction and naturalization of this species is very extensive across tropical, subtropical and temperate regions of the world.
Anredera vesicaria (Texas madeira vine).
Authors: Vélez-Gavilán Jeanine 
Published: April 2021

Abstract

Anredera vesicaria is a herbaceous vine native from the south of the USA to northern South America. It is cultivated as an ornamental for its fragrant flowers, and has been introduced in the Philippines and some Caribbean islands. It is not recorded as invasive in any country but is regarded as a potential invasive species in Cuba as it has become naturalized outside its native range, has a tendency to proliferate and has a high dispersal capacity. Although A. vesicaria appears in EDDMapS for USA, it is not included as an invasive but rather for "comparison reasons" without further details given. It is also reported in the Invasive Plant Atlas, but without any information. The species is not included in the latest FLEPPC Invasive Plant List Species.