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Lespedeza: Invasive Risk vs. Wildlife Value

Chinese lespedeza (Lespedeza cuneata) is invasive; shrub lespedezas (L. bicolor, L. thunbergii) are less so and sold for wildlife. The Forestry Service’s bicolor lespedeza is unlikely to become problematic. If concerned, substitute beautyberry (Callicarpa americana).

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