Melia azedarach
Invasive Status in South Africa: NEMBA Cat 3
Flowering occurs in the spring, when showy, lavender, 5-petaled flowers develop in panicles. It is an invader of disturbed habitats, and is highly resistant to insects and other pathogens.It has has a high fruit and seed output, and the fruits are consumed by birds which then disperse the seeds.
The colony in Kingfisher Creek are being dealt with, with regular follow ups in the future.
Family Name:
MELIACEAE
Common Name:
Syringa
Plant Height:
3 - 10 m
Flower Colour:
Purple
Flowering Time:
August, September
Melia azedarach
Family Name: MELIACEAECommon Name: Syringa
3 - 10 m August, September
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