Forests and parks across Indiana are being smothered by oriental bittersweet, according to IndyStar. This invasive plant is a fast-growing vine that's threatening trees, native plants, and wildlife.

Q. What can you tell me about bittersweet? I love to use it in holiday arrangements, but I have been told by some friends it is an invasive plant. A. There are two kinds of bittersweet – one is a ...

American bittersweet (Celastrus scandens) is a hardy, native vine which grows up to 30 feet long. It may be found growing in thickets, in stands of young trees, along fence rows and streams. It does ...

Vines are highly prized for their climbing growing habit. These attractive plants cover garden walls and twine around trees, adding vertical interest and lushness. Vining plants can also cover large ...

My daily walk around my city this fall has been dominated by one plant. It is abundant and leafy with red berries and orange or yellow foliage. It seems to fit in perfectly with a New England autumn ...

KEENE VALLEY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – Invasive species don’t stop because the weather gets cold. This month, an invasive plant in the Adirondacks is being highlighted as a threat to vegetation. If you live in ...

Bittersweet nightshade (Solanum dulcamara) is a climbing perennial vine native to Eurasia. It was probably introduced into the U.S. for medicinal and ornamental purposes. Care should be taken when ...

On a walk in the woods or in a decorative autumn-themed wreath, you may spot a bunch of bright orange berries popping out of yellow seed capsules. “If you do, that’s bad news,” said Sharon Yiesla, ...