Scientific name: Ochna serrulata

Description

• Small perennial erect shrub growing to 1.7 metres tall with pimply textured bark
• Alternate, elliptic leaves with finely serrated margins
• Bright yellow flowers, with the sepals becoming red as the fruit develop
• 8 mm fruit are green, turning black at maturity
• Develops a deep tap root.

Weed status - environmental weed

Environmental weeds are not listed under the Act and there is no regulation for their control.

Although, not declared, these weeds do cause serious environmental harm and where practical, should be managed.

Control method

Foliar Spray

Herbicide is diluted with water at a specific rate, and sprayed over the foliage to point of runoff.

Most suited to shrubs, grasses and dense vines less than six metres tall.

Cut Stump

Involves lopping the weed close to the ground and then spraying the stump immediately (within 15 seconds) with herbicide to ensure absorption.

Herbicide warning

Before using any herbicide always read the label carefully and ensure that the chemical is registered for use on the target weed. All herbicides must be applied strictly in accordance with the directions on the label.