Editor's note: This story is part of the Daily News' coverage of Guam Invasive Species Awareness Week.

Some invasive plants might look pretty, but they threaten the population of Guam's native plants, local experts say.

The invading plants are difficult to control because they grow quickly and residents use some of them for ornamental purposes, according to James McConnell, University of Guam professor and horticulturist.

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