Rubus moluccanus (vine, climber, shrub)

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Management Information No specific management information was found for R. moluccanus, but techniques used for the control of blackberry (Rubus fruticosus agg.), which is a related species, may be applicable. These are outlined below. Mechanical control: Tractor and rotary slasher, hand cutting. Chemical: There are a range of herbicides that can be used for the control of blackberry, including those that are glyphosate-based, such as Roundup®. These are usually applied by spraying, using a knapsack or mistblower for smaller infestations, or handgun and hose for larger ones (Mallinson, 1998). Biological: Maintenance of soil fertility and pasture may reduce infestations. Goats (Capra hircus) are able to control infestations through grazing. Care must be taken with this approach however, as goats are a known invasive species as well.          Management Resources/Links 1. Mallinson, R. 1998. Environment (B.O.P) Bay of Plenty.         Summary: An excellent source of information on the control of blackberry (Rubus fruticosus agg.). Methods outlined may be applicable for control of invasive populations of Rubus moluccanus. Outlines, methods and equipment for mechanical control, pasture & stock management, and herbicide use. 2. PIER (Pacific Island Ecosystems at Risk), 2002. Rubus moluccanus         Summary: Ecology, synonyms, common names, distributions (Pacific as well as global), management and impact information. Available from: http://www.hear.org/pier/species/rubus_moluccanus.htm [Accessed 5 February 2003].          Results Page: 1