Lantana camara is a highly invasive alien plant species in Gursum woreda, Ethiopia that is negatively impacting biodiversity and land usage. It is widely distributed across grasslands, agricultural lands, and woodlands. The plant dominates native vegetation and reduces crop productivity, woodlands, and forage for animals. Most local residents recognize the disadvantages of L. camara and support its removal, though some experts note it provides some benefits like erosion control. Physical removal methods are mainly used now but strategic long-term management is needed using thinning, pruning and increased awareness to control the invasive spread of Lantana camara.