Challenge Steps

Step one

Prevent the Spread of Invasive Plants

You can help prevent the spread of invasive species in Texas! Be smart when you shop for plants - choose natives or other plants that aren't invasive.

Step two

Report Sightings of Invasive Plants

Take a picture, record the location, and report any sightings of invasive plants to texasinvasives.org. Common invasive plants include Bastard Cabbage (Rapisrum rugosum), Chinaberry Tree (Melia azedarach), Chinese Privet (Ligustrum sinense), Chinese Tallow (Triadica sebifera), Japanese Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica), Johnson Grass (Sorgham halepense) and Wax-Leaf Privet (Ligustrum japonicum).

Step three

Earn your badge!