The present study deals with comprehensive list and status of invasive plant species in Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh along with their life form, nativity, uses, habitat, categories and mode of introduction. A total of 102 invasive alien plant species belonging to 80 genera under 39 families were recorded from the study area. The analysis of invasive species reveals that 16 species have been introduced intentionally, while the remaining species established were unintentionally through trade. Sixty four aliens have their origin in Tropical America as compared to 14 species in African continent. About 23 species of alien plants reached the study area from such far off places. A better planning is needed for early detection to control and report infestation of spread of new and naturalised weed to be monitored.

 

Key words: Invasive alien, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh.