Invasive Plant Rules in Albuquerque, NM (2026)
1 verified invasive plant rules for Albuquerque, New Mexico, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Prohibited Species
Albuquerque's Weed and Anti-Litter Ordinance names sixteen specific plants, including Russian Thistle, Ragweed and Puncture Vine, as prohibited weeds that no owner may let grow past four inches. The Mayor's designee can add any other plant found unhealthy or dangerous after a hearing.
Albuquerque's Named Noxious Weed List
Some RestrictionsAlbuquerque Code of Ordinances § 9-8-3
WEEDS. All rank, noxious, poisonous, harmful, unhealthful vegetation, deleterious to health, and shall include but is not limited to the following named plants: (1) Pigweed (Amaranthus retroflexus). (2) Russian Thistle (Salsola pestifer). (3) Ragweeds (Ambrosia spp.)... (16) Green Foxtail (Setaria Viridis). The Mayor's designee is hereby authorized and delegated the authority and duty to determ...
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