New Zealand is an ongoing battle against problematic introduced plant species’ that threaten our native flora.
One place in a position to strike is Aotea, Great Barrier Island, as many pest species that have thrived on the mainland are still in low enough numbers there to control and eradicate.
This is why Niklas Erikson has established a community initiative called ‘Aotea High Risk Weeds’ to create a network of locals on the lookout for these pesky plants.
Listen to Nik’s interview with Mark Leishman on RNZ here:
Want to get involved?
Read more about Aotea’s High Risk Weeds, featured below:
Kahili Ginger a Major Threat to Aotea
Kahili Ginger (Hedychium gardnerianum), is a major threat to Aotea, an invasive pest plant with a liking for choking out native flora. Its shade tolerant nature allows it to take hold in even the most pristine native bush and it … Read More
Join the Fight Against Pest Plants on Aotea/Great Barrier Island!
Passionate about preserving the pristine beauty of Aotea/Great Barrier Island? Keen to play an active role in combating the spread of pest plants on your property? We’re here to support you! Whether you’re a seasoned weeder or just getting started, … Read More
Finally, A Friendly Rust on Aotea
Tradescantia Yellow Leaf Spot Fungus (Kordyana brasiliensis) has arrived on Aotea (a friendly rust) Tradescantia Yellow Spot Fungus is known to be an effective Biocontrol agent against the very aggressive pest plant Tradescantia fluminensis better known as ‘Wandering Willie‘ or … Read More
Not a Friendly Fern: Climbing Asparagus on Aotea
Climbing Asparagus also known as Asparagus fern, Mesophyll scandens, originally from South America, is one of the North Islands worst weeds and is well established across the North Island and has spread to the South Island. It smothers native vegetation and … Read More
