How does the invader you chose adversely affect the environment it is now in? Answer in 1-4 sentences. Kudzu (Pueraria montana)

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Kudzu (Pueraria montana) adversely affects the environment by outcompeting native vegetation for sunlight, water, and nutrients, leading to reduced biodiversity. Its rapid growth can smother trees and other plants, disrupting ecosystems and damaging forests. Additionally, its extensive root system can contribute to soil erosion, further degrading the landscape and harming local habitats.