Norway maple, a tree species from the soapberry family, Sapindaceae, is a woody invasive species that can outcompete other native tree species due to its dense canopy, rapid growth, and prolific seed ...

8. Red Maple (Acer rubrum) Red maple is an alternative to the ubiquitous Norway maple, which has become invasive in wooded areas, displacing many native trees. It is an excellent native shade tree ...

Native to Europe and western Asia, this tree has become invasive in many parts of North America. Norway Maple spreads aggressively, outcompeting native trees like the Sugar Maple and Red Oak.

Portions of parklands and other natural ecosystems have become near monocultures of individual invasive species such as Norway maple, autumn olive and Japanese honeysuckle. An invasive plant can ...