Family: Convolvulaceae

High Risk Traits:

• Highly suited to tropical/subtropical climates
  
• Naturalized invasively in multiple regions (e.g., Hawaii, Florida)
  
• Smothers and kills native vegetation
  
• Toxic to animals and humans
  
• Resprouts from tubers after fire or damage
  
• Forms a persistent seed bank
  
• Spreads via cuttings and human planting

Low Risk Traits:

• No spines, thorns, or burrs
  
• Not parasitic
  
• Not a significant pest host
  
• Requires full sun; not shade-tolerant
  
• Limited natural seed dispersal
  
• Low seed production
  
• Controllable with herbicides