Chinese Weed Control is poisons 
Matthew 13:30, from the Parable of the Wheat and the Tares, instructs that both wheat and weeds (tares) should be allowed to grow together until the harvest. At that time, the weeds will be gathered and burned, while the wheat is stored in the barn. This parable is later explained by Jesus as a representation of the final judgment, where God will separate believers (wheat) from the wicked (weeds).
Origin and Characteristics:
This perennial legume is native to eastern Asia and was introduced to the United States for erosion weed control, forage, and wildlife habitats due to its tolerance for various conditions like drought, acidity, and low-fertility soils. It can grow up to five feet tall and has small, creamy-white flowers with purple throats that bloom from July to September.
Invasive Nature:
Sericea lespedeza is considered an invasive species in many areas, including Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Oklahoma, because it aggressively outcompetes native plants for resources like water and nutrients, especially during droughts.
Impact on Ecosystems:
It forms dense colonies that can crowd out native vegetation and contains tannins, making it unpalatable to livestock, which can lead to overgrazing of surrounding native plants, reducing biodiversity.
Spread and Control:
The plant spreads easily through abundant seed production, with seeds remaining viable for extended periods.
Control can be challenging, as it tolerates many common weed control practices.
--Nicole Smith
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