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    Details of this species in Mpumalanga
    Status: Alien
    Invasiveness: Invasive
    Occurrence: Reported
    Source: Henderson, L. (2001) Alien Weeds and Invasive Plants. PPRI Handbook No. 12. p. 195.
    Arrival Date: Unknown
    Introduction: Unknown
    Species Notes for this Location:
    Severe infestations occur
    Management Notes for this Location:
    Chemical and mechanical control options used.
    Location Notes:
    Invades forest margins, plantations, savanna, roadsides, watercourses, urban open space
    Impacts:
    Competition: Competes with establishing seedlings in forestry plantations
    Modification of hydrology: Contributes to excessive water use in riparian zones
    Modification of successional patterns: Replaces native vegetation
    Last Modified: 16/01/2004 12:31:31 p.m.
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