Hawai‘i, 1917: A botanist planted albizia for reforestation; it ultimately infested an estimated 63,000 acres across O‘ahu and Hawai‘i Island

Albizia was introduced to the Hawaiian Islands in 1917 for the purpose of reforestation, covering vast areas rapidly. Initially a boon for the ecosystem, its quick growth has turned it into a challenging invasive species. The risk of falling trees and limbs presents considerable threats to both individuals and infrastructure. Current control methods emphasize targeting…