Akebia trifoliata
Akebia trifoliata
Also known as:
Three-leaf akebia
Family: Lardizabalaceae
Origin: Asia
Regional Pest Management Plan (RPMP) status
- Whole region — Eradication
- Hauraki Gulf Controlled Area Notice pest
General description
Climbing, semi-deciduous vine. Stems are woody near the base. Leaves are trifoliate. Flowers are purple and cup-shaped.
What you need to know
To help protect our environment:
- You must not breed, distribute, release or sell Akebia trifoliata within the Auckland region.
- You must not plant Akebia trifoliata within the Auckland region.
Auckland Council will control Akebia trifoliata at all sites where it is known to occur.
If you see Akebia trifoliata anywhere in the Auckland region, please report it to Auckland Council at pestfree@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz.
Habitats
Forests, forest margins, canopy gaps, roadsides.
Dispersal
Seeds probably dispersed by birds and mammals. Vegetative spread from root fragments. Human-mediated dispersal through deliberate plantings.
Impact on environment
Likely to invade native forest and smother vegetation.
Control
Recommended approaches
Do not attempt to undertake control of this species. Please report to Auckland Council.
Caution: When using any herbicide or pesticide please read the label thoroughly to ensure that all instructions and safety requirements are followed.
