Learn more about:
- What is the problem with invasive plants?
- How will I know when I see an invasive plant in the Smith River?
- What should I do if I find an invasive plant?
- How do invasive plant managers control invasive plants?
- Where can I learn more about invasive plants?
WHAT IS THE PROBLEM WITH INVASIVE PLANTS?
Most problematic invasive plants — or weeds — found in North America were transported here from other continents. When invasive plants like Canada Thistle (which is native to Europe) become established, they often spread to dominate the native vegetation. By altering plant communities, invasive plants can lead to changes in:
- habitat and food opportunities for wildlife
- abundance and quality of agricultural lands and livestock forage
- soil and water quality
- ecosystem processes and species biodiversity
- visual quality and aesthetic value of the landscape
How will I know when I see an invasive plant on the Smith River?
Learn some interesting facts and how to identify some species you may encounter during your trip.
TERRESTRIAL INVADERS on the Smith River
Watch for new riparian and aquatic invaders
More species on the Montana Noxious Weed List
- Common Tansy
- Dyer's Woad
- Russian Knapweed
- Meadow Hawkweed Complex
- Rush Skeletonweed
- St. John's Wort
- Blueweed
- Scotch Broom
- Diffuse Knapweed
- Sulfur Cinquefoil
- Field Bindweed
- Tall Buttercup
- Hoary Alyssum
- Tansy Ragwort
- Knotweed Complex
- Oxeye Daisy
- Yellow Toadflax
- Perennial Pepperweed
- Yellow Starthistle
- Whitetop
- Yellowflag Iris
- Orange Hawkweed
What should I do if I find an invasive plant species?
As you enjoy the Smith River area, take a look at the plants around you. If you spot any of the weeds pictured here, please mark their location on this map. Turn in your map to the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks camp host at Eden Bridge.
Or, mail your map to: Rangeland Management Specialist Lewis and Clark National Forest, White Sulphur Springs Ranger District, PO Box A, White Sulphur Springs, MT, 59645. Thanks for your help!
How do invasive plant managers control invasive plants?
Management planning
About CWMAs
(Montana State University)
Management objectives
Rangeland Weed Management
(Montana State University)
Management methods
Where can I learn more about invasive plants?
Montana Weed Control Association
Information about invasive plant identification and management, and Montana's rules and regulations related to invasive plants.
TechLine Invasive Plant News
TechLine is a suite of print and online resources that provide invasive plant professionals access to new, innovative, and proven science-based information.
County Weed Districts
