Kudzu Crossword

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Across
  1. 5. To lessen or reduce Kudzu’s environmental damage
  2. 7. The environmental factor that influences Kudzu’s northward expansion
  3. 11. Physical methods like mowing or cutting vines
  4. 13. The type of environment where Kudzu thrives
  5. 15. The main U.S. region affected by Kudzu
  6. 17. The genus name of Kudzu
  7. 19. The country where Kudzu became a major invasive problem
  8. 20. How Kudzu was first brought to the United States
  9. 21. The use of living organisms such as fungi to suppress Kudzu
Down
  1. 1. The use of GIS to predict Kudzu’s future distribution
  2. 2. The species name of Kudzu
  3. 3. Grazing animals used to reduce Kudzu growth
  4. 4. Kudzu’s ongoing geographic expansion
  5. 6. A species that spreads aggressively outside its native range
  6. 8. The natural communities disrupted by Kudzu growth
  7. 9. Natural organisms that could help control Kudzu populations
  8. 10. Coordinated actions to remove Kudzu and restore habitats
  9. 12. The protection of native species and habitats from invasion
  10. 14. The invasive vine that spreads rapidly across the Southeastern United States
  11. 16. Kudzu’s smothering effect on vegetation
  12. 18. The control strategies used to manage Kudzu