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Peruvian primrose

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General information

Peruvian primrose (Ludwigia peruviana) is a Class 1 declared pest plant in Queensland. Class 1 pests established in Queensland are subject to eradication from the state. Landowners must take reasonable steps to keep land free of Class 1 pests. It is a serious offence to introduce, keep or supply a Class 1 pest without a permit issued by the Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries. Penalties of up to $60,000 apply.

Peruvian primrose is a South American small shrub that has become a serious weed in wetlands around Sydney.

Overview

Scientific name

Ludwigia peruviana
Impacts
  • forms pure stands that exclude native wetland plants and destroy the habitat for most native wildlife
Description
  • grows up to 3 m in height
  • yellow flowers up to 6 cm wide
  • slightly-toothed alternate leaves
Habitat and distribution
  • prefers wetland areas
  • while Peruvian primrose is not known to exist in Queensland, it has the potential to become a serious pest if introduced and planted in aquariums or outdoor ponds
Declaration details
  • a declared Class 1 plant under the Land Protection (Pest and Stock Route Management) Act 2002
  • importation, possession and sale is prohibited
  • landowners are required by law to keep their land free of this plant
Further information

Author: Sonia Jordan
Page maintained by Sonia Jordan
Last updated 10 September 2007
URL: http://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/cps/rde/xchg/dpi/hs.xsl/cps/rde/dpi/hs.xsl/4790_7337_ENA_HTML.htm

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