A plant species is most likely to become invasive when introduced to a new area if it

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If a plant species has become invasive in other places where it has been introduced, it is more likely to become invasive in a new area as well. This suggests that the species has certain traits that enable it to outcompete native species and become dominant in the ecosystem. Conversely, the other options (tall growth, being closely related to species in the area, specialized seed dissemination, and long life span) are not necessarily indicative of invasiveness on their own.

A Plant Species Is Most Likely to Become Invasive When