Common buckthorn keeps spreading around Livonia

October 20, 2026

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was recorded 6 times in the past 30 days, most recently on 2026-10-16 in Livonia.¹ This introduced shrub continues to be documented across multiple sites in the ecosystem including Canton Township and Plymouth, establishing a persistent presence as an invasive plant in the area.¹

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