Paraserianthes lophantha (previously Albiza lophantha) Native to Western Australia. A popular ornamental tree with dark-green fern-like leaves. Greenish-yellow bottlebrush-like flower spikes in late autumn-spring. Seeds in reddish-brown pods over summer. Seed is dispersed by birds, ants, slashing, machinery, in soil and garden refuse. It invades woodlands, forests, riparian environments, and coastal areas.
Manual control
Remove plants by pulling by hand or if larger, machinery.
From SGLN’s 2017 weed guide.
Herbicides must be applied at the appropriate rate as specified on the label and all safety precautions followed. If chemical control is necessary near drainage lines or streams, use extreme caution as the effects on aquatic life can be devastating even in minute amounts. Always seek expert advice.
Chemical control notes from SGLN’s 2017 weed guide
Cut and paint with Round Up or Vigilant Gel stump as close to ground as possible. Always check the herbicide label before use.
These notes are from 2017, and some information, particularly herbicide information, may be out of date. Please ask local suppliers and do your own research in selecting herbicides if choosing chemical control.
Family, origin, type, plant instead, control methods and the note above are from SGLN’s pocket guide Common weeds of South Gippsland (2026).
