An invasive plant, Globe Chamomile, or ‘stinknet’ is becoming more & more prevalent in Arizona. Often mistaken for a flower, stinknet is not native to Arizona; it comes from South Africa. Many people want to get rid of it, though it is not clear how stinknet got to Arizona.  When the stinknet dries out, it becomes a fire hazard. The properties & mountainside in Cave Creek are blanketed by stinknet. A lot of work is required to remove stinknet & can cost thousands of dollars. It is a threat to human health & the Southern Desert ecosystem. It can trigger … Continue reading The Smelly Invasion: How Globe Chamomile ‘Stinknet’ is Taking Over Arizona