Madeira Vine

Madeira vine infestation

Scientific name: Anredera cordifolia

Description

  • Perennial climbing vine common along margins of rainforests
  • Roots are fleshy and form large tubers
  • Light green fleshy leaves 4 to 5 centimetres long
  • Cream flowers grow on drooping spikes that look like lamb's tails. 
  • Aerial tubers, produced on the stem, can fall to the ground and sprout.

Weed status - restricted matter category 3

Includes weeds, pest animals and noxious fish such as gambusia, dingoes and yellow crazy ants.

You must not distribute this restricted matter.

Deliberate distribution or disposal contrary to the legislation may allow this matter to spread.

Due to its potential to cause serious economic, environmental or social harm, these weeds are regulated by Council.

We have an annual inspection program for properties in Logan.

Council has the authority to issue a Biosecurity Order to properties with category 3 restricted matter.

Control method

Foliar Spray

Herbicide is diluted with water at a specific rate, and sprayed over the foliage to point of runoff. Most suited to shrubs, grasses and dense vines less than 6 metres tall.

Cut Stump

Involves lopping the weed close to the ground and then spraying the stump immediately (within 15 seconds) with herbicide to ensure absorption.

Herbicide warning

Before using any herbicide always read the label carefully and ensure that the chemical is registered for use on the target weed. All herbicides must be applied strictly in accordance with the directions on the label. 

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