# Invasives in Southern Forests > Field guide for identifying invasive plants in Southern United States forests. (iPhone/iPad app by Charles T. Bargeron.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/invasives-in-southern-forests/id495852751 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Charles T. Bargeron](https://appshunter.io/developer/381326173) - Category: Reference, Education - Price: Free - Rating: 3.50/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 18.6 · 300 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2012-01-25 - Data updated: 2026-08-08 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/invasives-in-southern-forests/id495852751/reviews.md ## What is Invasives in Southern Forests? This app is based on the U.S. Forest Service publication: A Field Guide for the Identification of Invasive Plants in Southern Forests. Invasions of nonnative plants into forests of the Southern United States continue to go unchecked and only partially unmonitored. These infestations increasingly erode forest productivity, hindering forest use and management activities, and degrading diversity and wildlife habitat. Often called nonnative, exotic, nonindigenous, alien, or noxious weeds, they occur as trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, ferns, and forbs. This app provides information on accurate identification of the 56 nonnative plants and groups that are currently invading the forests of the 13 Southern States. Recommendations for prevention and control of these species is provided from the booklet, “A Management Guide for Invasive Plants of Southern Forests,” published by the Southern Research Station as a General Technical Report. Basic strategies for managing invasions on a specific site include maintaining forest vigor with minimal disturbance, constant surveillance and treatment of new unwanted arrivals, and finally, rehabilitation following eradication. ## Key features - Identification of 56 invasive plants - Information on prevention and control - Covers 13 Southern States - Based on U.S. Forest Service publication - Recommendations for forest management ## Recent user reviews (10 of 11) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/invasives-in-southern-forests/id495852751/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Invasive Plants of The South *2021-10-04, version 2.6.3* This App provides users the capabilities for combating the invasion of the major non-native plants taking over their lands. That includes yard landscapes, city parks, suburban and rural home grounds, hunting leases, farms and ranches. River and stream banks are particularly vulnerable as invasive plant pathways since water is a main way their seeds spread and it is favorable habitat for establishment. Invasions by plants in the South is increasing by 9 percent per year. Is one of those problems facing humans everywhere. But where we face it is on lands we use and enjoy ourselves and will leave to the next generations. It is a problem that we can tackle individually and as communities, neighbors, States and corporate landowners. As authors of the books we are grateful to Chuck Bargeron and the UGA Invasive Center team for constructing this highly useful and portable tool. The capability to zoom in on the plant images gives you details not possible in the print copies. And concise methods for eliminating these plants are at your fingertips. A truly ideal step in ease of use for you. We all have worked to provide you with the latest knowledge and ways to stop the plant invasions on your lands and those that you enjoy. Updates are being formalized now. Be Safe, Jame (Jim) H Miller ### 4/5 — Good but has bugs *2018-07-15, version 2.6.3* The “info” page paragraphs are cut off mid sentence after a few lines. ### 5/5 — Great App!! *2013-06-16, version 1.5* So far, I have ID'ed at least 20 nasty invasive plants in my tornado-stricken yard. Your pics are really detailed and helpful; thanks!!!! ### 1/5 — Did not help *2013-04-10, version 1.5* Not very helpful ### 5/5 — Great app! *2013-04-02, version 1.5* Amazing quality and quantity of pictures. Descriptions are right on and in-depth. I was able to find what I was looking for (English Ivy) even though I live in the West Coast. ### 5/5 — Judy *2013-03-20, version 1.5* This is an excellent comprehensive app. I was a bit surprised however, that Georgia's state flower is on the invasive list along with several old time shrubs. App is well written and researched. ### 1/5 — Not good for my region *2012-11-25, version 1.5* Half if the species listed for Texas are actually sold in nurseries and good to cultivate here with our crazy weather. It fails to even mention some of the more noxious plants that we fight constantly like bindweed, at least that's what I call it. Plus, after I chose Texas as the region, it would never let me go back to the menu and choose a different place. ### 5/5 — I Love It!! *2012-11-18, version 1.5* Always on the lookout for new plant apps and this is a good one indeed! Good quality and easy to see photos along with plant characteristic and distribution info help make this a good and well completed app. I just wish they would make one for the West to, and add even more weeds to it! ### 1/5 — Does absolutely nothing... *2012-05-08, version 0.9* Downloaded, cover page opened, then nothing else worked. Now it just crashes. Only good thing was it didn't cost me anything (there's your one star!) ### 5/5 — Great useful app *2012-03-08, version 0.9* The numerous high quality photos are an excellent aid in identification in the field. The supplementary glossary and plant sketches are also quite useful for those of us without a plant-related college degree. I'd love to see more apps like this! ## Frequently asked questions about Invasives in Southern Forests ### What is Invasives in Southern Forests? Invasives in Southern Forests is a free reference app based on a U.S. Forest Service publication. It helps users identify 56 nonnative plants and provides recommendations for their prevention and control in Southern forests. ### How many invasive plants can I identify with this app? The app provides information for the accurate identification of 56 nonnative plants and groups that are currently invading the forests of the 13 Southern States. ### Does Invasives in Southern Forests have ads? No, Invasives in Southern Forests does not contain advertisements. It is a free app designed for educational and reference purposes. ### What devices is Invasives in Southern Forests available on? Invasives in Southern Forests is available for iPhone and iPad devices. ### How often is Invasives in Southern Forests updated? The latest version of Invasives in Southern Forests is 3.0.0, last updated on December 7, 2025. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support. ### What is the age rating for Invasives in Southern Forests? Invasives in Southern Forests has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in learning about invasive plants. ### Can I use Invasives in Southern Forests offline? The app is based on a publication and likely contains static data, suggesting it can be used offline for identification purposes without an internet connection. ### Who developed Invasives in Southern Forests? Invasives in Southern Forests was developed by Charles T. Bargeron. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.0.0 — 2025-12-07 The Invasive Plant in Southern Forest app has been updated from Obj-C to Swift. Distribution maps are still available but to view record details, users are redirected to the website. Reporting is available if the EDDMapS App is installed on the current device and is running in the background. For any questions or suggestions, email us either through the in app feedback feature or at bugwood@uga.edu. ### 2.6.3 — 2017-09-25 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Minor bug fixes and updating ### 2.6.2 — 2014-01-29 - Add tab for Management and Control to Species Details' ### 2.6.1 — 2013-11-08 - fixed bug with uploading reports with iOS 6 ### 2.6 — 2013-10-17 - Updated to iOS 7 UI - Fixed bugs ## Apps similar to Invasives in Southern Forests | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Women Indonesian Bible + Audio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/women-indonesian-bible-plus-audio/id1606893280) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Reference | | [一沐考编考编库事业单位ABCDE类-2023最新版](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abcde-2023/id1621671540) | — | Free | Reference | | [Telugu Bible + Audio Mp3](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/telugu-bible-plus-audio-mp3/id1606887420) | 4.5 (17) | Free | Reference | | [北京版小学英语-学生最新同步点读口语专家](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id1616159800) | 4.0 (4) | Free | Reference | | [Angelology](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/angelology/id1607575000) | 5.0 (4) | Free | Reference | | [Catholic Jerusalem Bible+Audio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catholic-jerusalem-bible-plus-audio/id1605531940) | 4.3 (26) | Free | Reference | ## More apps by Charles T. 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