Land Plants - invasive

Gorse (Ulex europaeus) on Sep 16, 2026

Description of specimen

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EDRR Status: Local expert notified

Like Rosemary that hates you. Main plant 4' in diameter with multiple small plants nearby

Commentary

Avatar of commenter Thank you Grant for the report! Looks like some sneaky plants on the cliff. We have treated various sites at Cape Blanco SP and will add this spot to the list. If you would like to know more about gorse the Gorse Action Group website has lots of information. https://www.gorseactiongroup.org/

Best,
Erin

Erin Minster
Sept. 16, 2026, 4:28 p.m.

Remedy

  • "Manage Gorse":http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pdf/ec/ec1593-e.pdf

Resources

Want to join forces with your community to fight invasives? There are lots of people involved in this effort already! The links below can connect you with opportunities: * "Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts":http://www.oacd.org/districts.html (Click on your county) * "OPB Silent Invasion":http://www.opb.org/programs/invasives/ (scroll down to events) * "SOLV":http://www.solv.org/programs/invasives.asp * "Invasives Watch Volunteers":http://www.westerninvasivesnetwork.org/pages/nature_conserv.html * "The Nature Conservancy in Oregon":http://www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/about/art24312.html

Location

Take small game trail South South West from southern most picnic bench

Expert Reviewer

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Erin Minster
Curry County Soil and Water Conservation District
Curry County Weed Control Advisory Board
Curry Watersheds Partnership
29286 Ellensburg Avenue
PO Box 666
Gold Beach, OR 97444
541-247-2755 ext3#

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