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Why OIPC Exists

The Ohio Invasive Plants Council is a coalition of agencies, organizations, and individuals throughout Ohio concerned about the introduction, spread, and control of invasive, non-native plants in Ohio's natural habitats. OIPC promotes public awareness of invasive species issues and encourages land management and research to detect invasive species and prevent new invasions into natural ecosystems.  OIPC was formed as a 501(c)(3)not-for-profit organization in 2005 as a result of efforts in the late 1990's to improve awareness of the threats of invasive plants.
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Are you looking for the OIPC List of Invasive Species?  Just go HERE to see the OIPC assessment results.
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The OIPC Releases its 2020 Strategic Plan!

Click HERE to learn more about OIPC goals for the next five years. Thanks to all of our board members for their very hard work on crafting this strategic plan.
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IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN: THE WINTER 2021 NEWSLETTER HAS ARRIVED

​Download the newsletter HERE.

All OIPC Newsletters are archived HERE.

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In this issue:
- President's Corner
- Autumn Olive: A Widespread Invasive Shrub
- More Alternatives to Use in Landscaping & Habitat Restoration
- Tree of Heaven Impact on Honeysuckle Removal Efforts
- The Spotted Lanternfly: A New Invasive Insect in Ohio
- A Restoration Journey in a Small Corner of Ohio's Oak Openings
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PLANT of the MONTH:  Lysimachia nummularia -  Moneywort

Lysimachia nummularia, also known as moneywort or creeping jenny, is a fast-growing ground cover that is native to Europe and temperate Asia. Also available here in Ohio as a potting or landscaping plant, it is becoming a common invader of Ohio's wetland habitats. To learn more about this aggressive plant, you can read this article by OIPC President Jennifer Windus and OIPC Vice-President Gary Conley.
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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT: ​
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​COPRISM - Central Ohio Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management

COPRISM is regional partnership working to protect Central Ohio’s natural resources, public health, safety, and economy through a coordinated approach to prevent, combat, and improve awareness of invasive species. Their focus is on all types of invasive species, including terrestrial and aquatic plants and animals, pests and pathogens.

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38 Invasive Plants Regulated by the ODA in Ohio

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Tree-of-heaven
See Ruling HERE.
See Invasive Plant List HERE.
​See Columbus Dispatch article HERE
The hearing for the ODA Invasive Plant Rules was held at the Ohio Department of Agriculture's office on November 30th.  There were only 3 people providing testimony, Jennifer Windus (OIPC), Theresa Culley (OIPC and University of Cincinnati), and Anthony Sasson (The Nature Conservancy).  All three were supportive of the rules, so there was no opposition.  The JCARR hearing was held on December 11th and the rules were approved.  The new rules went into effect on Jan. 7, 2018, so be sure to watch the ODA website for more details and the final wording of the rules, including the list of invasive plants.  ODA will be forming their Invasive Plant Advisory Committee early in 2018.

On January 11, 2018, Jennifer Windus was interviewed by WOSU's Ann Fisher. Listen HERE.  Theresa Culley was also interviewed on Cincinnati's WCPO. Watch HERE.
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Ways You or Your Organization Can Help

Organizations Providing Financial Support


Become a Partner

Join our partnership program! With a donation of $100 or more we will recognize our ongoing financial supporters on our website's partner page linking to your website. For details click HERE..
Join our partnership program with in-kind support. When you provide in-kind support and/or services we will recognize you on our website's Organizational Support page, see HERE.


Donate Today!

OIPC is operated by a Board of volunteers and is a 501(c)3 organization so your donations are fully tax-deductible. To make a tax-deductible donation, click HERE.
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OIPC participates in the Kroger Community Rewards program. If you have not yet enrolled, OIPC would be grateful for your support.  You can find enrollment instructions HERE. Thank you!
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Research Needs Identified by Assessment Team 

OIPC is collaborating in an effort to assess invasive plants in Ohio. During that process the Assessment Team has encountered a number of important information gaps. Filling these gaps will lead to a better understanding of the invasive potential of particular species. We encourage researchers to help us address these issues. See the Help Answer Research Questions page for detailed questions.
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The Ohio Invasive Plants Council (OIPC) participates in statewide efforts to address the threats of invasive species to Ohio's ecosystems and economy by providing leadership and promoting stewardship, education, research, and information exchange.
Ohio Invasive Plants Council
University of Cincinnati
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PO BOX 210006
Cincinnati, OH  45221
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