Araujia sericifera - Wikipedia
The twining stems feature scented, cup-shaped bisexual flowers, around 2 centimetres (0.79 in) in width, with five white, cream-coloured, violet or pale pink petals. The flowers are generally pollinated by moths (hence the name "moth plant"), butterflies and bees (entomophily), but they can self-pollinate. The flowering period extends from late ...
Mothplant - Weedbusters
Rapid growth to canopy, forming large, heavy, long-lived masses. Produces masses of viable seeds that can drift long distances on air currents. Tolerant of shade, very tolerant of drought or damp, wind, salt, many soil types, and damage, but is frost tender. Poisonous and irritant-inducing (not grazed). How does it spread?
Araujia sericifera - North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant ...
This plant also has large, blue-green or gray-green grooved pods that attract moths. They can reach lengths of up to 5". The fruits will split open and release 1/4" seeds covered with long silky hairs.
NSW WeedWise - Department of Primary Industries
Moth vine is a fast growing climbing plant with hairy twining stems and large green fruit. It is poisonous to people and animals and smothers native vegetation.
Moth plant - tiakitamakimakaurau.nz
You must not breed, distribute, release or sell moth plant. As moth plant is a National Pest Plant Accord species, these restrictions apply within the Auckland region and across the whole of New Zealand.
Moth plant - Araujia sericifera (Taxonomy, Characteristics ...
Moth plant (Araujia sericifera) is a perennial vine native to South America. Moth plant has been introduced around the world. This species is used as a food source for monarch butterflies, although it is not their preferred food.
What is moth plant? Moth plant is a harmful vine which can grow over other plants and trees, changing habitats and causing problems. This weed climbs up to the top of native trees, smothering them and weighing them down. It also blocks light for other plants. Moth plant can spread quickly, taking over large areas. Butterflies, moths and bees can
How to Grow and Care for Moth plant - PictureThis
Moth plant is a vigorous perennial vine that can be grown with minimal care, making it an easy plant for many gardeners. Key care needs involve ensuring it has adequate support for climbing and regular pruning to control its fast growth and prevent over-spreading.
Moth plant - ORC
Moth plant is a broad-leaved, herbaceous (herb) climber and can grow to over 5m tall. It has almost oblong-shaped leaves and produces a lot of flowers, but small amount of fruit. The fruits are as big as a fist and contain about 400 seeds, and mature fruits normally stay on …
Cruel vine - UC Weed Science - ANR Blogs
2020年3月5日 · Araujia sericifera, cruel vine, moth plant, bladderflower is an escaped ornamental that has become an invasive weed in California. Yes, a pretty vine brought into the garden – “poor man's stephanotis” - and it's gotten out of the garden into southern California.