Cenchrus longispinus

Spiny Burrgrass, Spiny Burrgrass at Uriarra Village, ACT

Cenchrus longispinus at Uriarra Village, ACT - 16 Jan 2017
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Cenchrus longispinus 16 Jan 2017 ACTBioSecurity

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Significant sighting

MichaelMulvaney noted:

17 Jan 2017

Spiny Burrgrass has the potential to become a major weed, particularly in riparian situations. It is one to keep an eye out for, before it becomes widespread

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Id confirmed by herbarium. Plants removed.

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  • True In flower
  • 10cm to 30cm Plant height

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