Family: Moraceae

High Risk Traits:

• Naturalized and invasive in some regions (e.g., California riparian areas)
  
• Tolerates a wide range of climates and soils
  
• Spreads vegetatively via root suckers, forming dense thickets
  
• Resprouts vigorously after damage or pruning

Low Risk Traits:

• Typically produces no viable seeds (common fig is parthenocarpic)
  
• Lacks seed dispersal mechanisms (birds, wind, water)
  
• Requires full sun; shade intolerant
  
• Not toxic to humans or animals
  
• Lacks spines, thorns, or burrs