List of invasive species in Florida

[1] Native plants and animals in Florida are threatened by the spread of invasive species.

[2] Florida is a major biodiversity hotspot in North America and the hospitable sub-tropical climate has also become a hotspot for invasive plants and animals due to anthropogenic introduction.

[3][4] The non-governmental organization FISC published the following list of invasive plant species in 2023.

[177] The FISC list is a recommendation for natural resource managers, environmental education, and volunteer removal, but is not regulatory by law.

[178] Many of the non-native plant species documented in Florida are assessed for invasive potential by UF/IFAS.