Mile-a-Minute is a non-native invasive plant in PA originating from India, China, Japan and other parts of Asia. Mile-a-Minute was introduced from a York County, PA nursery when a seed accidentally shipped with holly seeds from Japan in the 1930's. Since then, the vine has spread over 300 miles.
The stems and leaves of Mile-a-Minute vine are covered in recurved barbs, making them physically harmful to humans and wildlife. As the vine quickly grows, it easily covers understory plant life stealing sunlight and other resources from native plants (environmentally harmful). The blue berries are eaten and dispersed by birds, ants, chipmunks, squirrels and deer.
The light green triangular shaped leaves, bright blue berries, and recurved barbs make it easy to identify. Remove Mile-a-Minute when you see it in your community!
Read more about Mile-a-Minute: Here