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Where is Chinese privet illegal? State-by-state
Also called: Ligustrum sinense. 4 state lists in our data name it. Checked 2026-10-14.
| State | Status | Official list |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | Legally regulated — restrictions apply | Noxious weed (5B-57.007(1)) |
| Pennsylvania | Yes — listed as prohibited | Class B noxious weed (PDA Controlled Plant & Noxious Weed List, 3 Pa.C.S. § 1511) |
| Tennessee | Yes — listed as prohibited | Pest plant (Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0080-06-24-.02) |
| Virginia | Legal to sell — store sign required from Jan 1, 2027 | DCR invasive; Retail invasive-plant signage (Va. Code § 3.2-3801.1, effective Jan 1, 2027) |
States not shown: we found no listing for Chinese privet in the state lists PlantLegit currently tracks. That is not confirmation it is legal there; lists change and some states add plants by separate rule. Check your state agency. Federal list (7 CFR 360.200): not listed. Not legal advice.