Invasive Plant Rules in Palm Desert, CA (2026)
1 verified invasive plant rules for Palm Desert, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
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Prohibited Species
In the City of Palm Desert, California, Municipal Code § 24.04.060 prohibits every plant species classed as invasive, noxious or nuisance. The ban reaches landscape design plans, city property including parks, parkways and rights-of-way, and private property. Washingtonia robusta, Dalbergia sissoo and Euphorbia tirucalli are named as nuisance species.
Palm Desert Invasive, Noxious and Nuisance Plant Ban
Heavy RestrictionsPalm Desert Municipal Code § 24.04.060
"Nuisance plant species"means any plant species that is either: (1) not designated as "noxious" or "invasive" in this section, but may cause or causes a threat to public health and safety; or (2) is designated as "noxious" or "invasive" but requires special attention to avoid potential threats to public health and safety. Nuisance plant species include, but are not limited to, the following spe...
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