Glossy Privet grows quickly and completely dominates an area or forest. It colonizes by root sprouts and bird dispersed seeds. It creates a monoculture and changes the character of the forest understory. According to a 2019 Scientific Reports article, it is one of the most invasive plant species in the world.
For information on how to eradicate this invasive, view our statement on herbicide use and preferred alternatives for invasive plants.
You can replace this invasive plant with native alternatives. Here are some plants that make superior replacements.
Match your location on the Texas map to the color squares on the replacement plants below to find suitable replacements for your ecoregion.
