Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 1 - Definitions
Section 9.5-101 - Definitions

(a)    In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
    (b)    “Committee” means the Invasive Plants Advisory Committee.
    (c)    “Invasive plant” means a terrestrial plant species that:
        (1)    Did not evolve in the State; and
        (2)    If introduced within the State, will cause or is likely to cause, as determined by the Secretary:
            (i)    Economic harm;
            (ii)    Ecological harm;
            (iii)    Environmental harm; or
            (iv)    Harm to human health.
    (d)    “Landscaping services” includes services for ornamental horticultural design, maintenance, and installation of living plants.
    (e)    “Tier 1 invasive plant” includes invasive plant species that cause or are likely to cause severe harm within the State.
    (f)    “Tier 2 invasive plant” includes invasive plant species that cause or are likely to cause substantial negative impact within the State.