Friday, July 29, 2005

Hunt on for Siam weed

A national survey is commencing for one of the worlds most invasive tropical weeds: Siam weed (Chromolaena odorata). The Department of Natural Resources and Mines (NR&M), with the support of a number of others states and the government agencies is coordinating a pest plant survey to establish the extent of Siam weed within Australia.
Siam weed infestations exist in several north Queensland locations, these infestations are being eradicated.
May to July is an important time for people to be on the look out for Siam weeds white-pink flowers. Landholders, bushwalkers, and naturalists are asked to help search for Siam weed.
Check out www.weeds.org.au