Large Leaf Lantana is considered by many scientists as one of world’s worst invasives. It takes over gardens, wild areas, and economic production. It is dangerous to animals and children because it produces attractive berries which, when not fully ripe, are very poisonous. They can cause liver failure or even death in livestock animals such as cattle, sheep, goats or horses, and also in wild animals. Even cattle that don’t eat enough berries to be fatal are usually unfit for farming due to health concerns. The unripe fruit can also be dangerous to children, and in a home garden setting children have been poisoned by eating the unripe fruit.The plant can form dense, impenetrable thickets, and release chemicals from roots and stems that suppress growth of nearby plants.
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.
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