Invasive garlic mustard found in Warfield B.C. - CKISS concerned because this is the first confirmed sighting in our region.
In mid June the CKISS field crew confirmed the presence of invasive Garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolata) in Warfield. This is the first time this invasive plant has been found in the Central Kootnenays. The non-native plant was brought to North America by early European to use as a herb but it has now found it's way into the Central Kootenays. Garlic mustard displaces native forest species and decrease biodiversity.
How can you help?
- Play, Clean, Go, brush any seeds off your shoes, clothing, and any recreational equipment prior to leaving recreation sites.
- Be PlantWise, don't plant garlic mustard, grow basil for your pesto instead.
- Learn how to ID garlic mustard (read below)
- Report sightings of Garlic mustard to CKISS 1-844-352-1160 ext. 210 or email info@ckiss.ca. To help CKISS staff verify sightings please take some photos of the plant.
Description
Leaves triangular to heart-shaped with scalloped edges.
Leaves emit distinct garlic odour when crushed
Clusters of white, 4-petal flowers usually occur at top of plants
The basal rosettes of garlic mustard looks similar to native wild ginger (Asarum caudatum) during the first year. Once it is in the second year of growth, the plant grows taller, produces flowers and seeds. It is then more noticeable and more distinguishable.
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