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Invasive Plants in Ohio

LIZ WEST
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Purple loosestrife is an invasive plant species that is found throughout Ohio.

The state of Ohio has outlawed the selling and distribution of 38 invasive plant species in a bid to protect fragile native plant and animal populations.

Today, we discuss the environmental threat these plants pose and how the Ohio Invasive Plants Council plans to halt their spread.

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