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Weeds of Australian rangelands

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Martin, T.G., Campbell, S. and Grounds, S. (2006) Weeds of Australian rangelands. Rangeland Journal, 28 (1). pp. 3-26.

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Article Link: http://dx.doi.org/10.1071/RJ06017

Publisher URL: http://www.publish.csiro.au

Abstract

Despite recognition that non-native plant species represent a substantial risk to natural systems, there is currently no compilation of weeds that impact on the biodiversity of the rangelands within Australia. Using published and expert knowledge, this paper presents a list of 622 non-native naturalised species known to occur within the rangelands. Of these, 160 species (26%) are considered a current threat to rangeland biodiversity. Most of these plant species have been deliberately introduced for forage or other commercial use (e.g. nursery trade). Among growth forms, shrubs and perennial grasses comprise over 50% of species that pose the greatest risk to rangeland biodiversity. We identify regions within the rangelands containing both high biodiversity values and a high proportion of weeds and recommend these areas as priorities for weed management. Finally, we examine the resources available for weed detection and identification since detecting weeds in the early stages of invasion is the most cost effective method of reducing further impact.

Item Type:Article
Corporate Creators:QPIF, Biosecurity Queensland, DNR&W
Additional Information:© Australian Rangeland Society.
Keywords:Biodiversity impact; exotic; management; non-native; pastoral.
Subjects:Science > Invasive Species > Plants
Plant pests and diseases > Individual or types of plants or trees
Animal culture > Rangelands. Range management. Grazing
Plant pests and diseases > Weeds, parasitic plants etc
Live Archive:16 Nov 2009 05:58
Last Modified:03 Sep 2021 16:48

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