From Estelle Stern-Eilers
We have a new invasive plant in Tucson that is important to identify and eradicate. It can pose health problems for people with respiratory issues, some may experience an allergic reaction upon skin contact. Plus—and this is very detrimental to our desert plants—it burns very hot.
This morning I found a small plant on the North side of Allen Road just before Tucson Blvd. I have marked it and left the brochure for those of you who want to check it out. I will dig it up this Monday.
Stinknet has a very distinctive smell, since the plant on Allen is very small I suggest you rub the leaves a little and can smell it.
If you see it around Tucson make sure it is dug up before the seeds are ready to spread.
If you see it in RillitoBend, please let me know.
Thank you.
