Spurge Laurel
Daphne laureola
Now a Class B Noxious Weed, designated in areas where it has not spread, including:
- Regions 3,4,6,7,8,9, and 10
- San Juan, Snohomish, and Skagit counties of Region 2
- Region 5, except King and Kitsap counties
Already a serious concern in British Columbia, spurge laurel has been listed because it is a threat to native forest ecosystems. Although wild populations appear to be increasing, there is still an opportunity to prevent and control its spread in much of the state.
The listing proposal came from Dr. Sarah Reichard from the UW-Center for Urban Horticulture, who has been the State Monitor for this plant for several years.
To read or download the Written Findings for Daphne laureola, please click here.
Have you seen escaped spurge laurel populations where you live? We are seeking distribution information so that we can best determine which areas should be designated for control. Please contact us at noxiousweeds@agr.wa.gov or 360-902-2082, or contact your county weed control program.
To learn more about Kitsap County Noxious Weed Program, contact Dana Coggon at (360) 307-4242.
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