🚫 Gorse
❌ Invasive

Gorse

Ulex europaeus · Fabaceae

Forms flammable thickets in the upper Nilgiris, raising fire risk and replacing native grassland

🌍 Origin: Western Europe (not native to India)

Why Gorse is a problem

Forms flammable thickets in the upper Nilgiris, raising fire risk and replacing native grassland

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What to plant instead

Management species; restore native grassland species

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorse invasive in India?

Yes. Gorse (Ulex europaeus) is considered invasive in India. Forms flammable thickets in the upper Nilgiris, raising fire risk and replacing native grassland

Why is Gorse a problem?

Forms flammable thickets in the upper Nilgiris, raising fire risk and replacing native grassland

Other invasive plants to avoid

Sources: R5, R6. See full references.

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