Dalmatian Toadflax – An invasive threat to native rangelands

(Courtesy Photo) Dalmatian Toadflax contains a poisonous glucoside compound that may be harmful to livestock.
(Courtesy Photo) Dalmatian Toadflax contains a poisonous glucoside compound that may be harmful to livestock.

Dalmatian toadflax (Linaria dalmatica) is an aggressive, invasive plant species that poses a serious threat to native ecosystems and agricultural lands. Originally introduced from the Mediterranean region of Europe around 1874, it was initially cultivated for ornamental purposes and even used in fabric dye. However, its spread across North America has proven problematic, especially in rangeland an…