Jerusalem cherry
| Botanical Name | Solanum pseudocapsicum |
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| Family | Solanaceae |
| Origin | South America |
Identification
Has very attractive glossy orange or red berries around 10-20 mm diameter.Habitats
Shrubland areas, secondary forest and shrubland margins, secondary forest, waste places and stream banks.Impact to Biota and Ecosystems
Can form dense stands in open areas, cut-over shrub and forest. Poisonous to stock and children. Low environmental impact.Dispersal Routes, Vectors, Infestation Sources
Spread by birds.Management
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Management |
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| Physical Control |
Easy to pull out all but the largest plants. |
| Disposal | |
| Chemical Control |
Tordon Gold or Tordon Brushkiller Glyphosate mixed at 100 ml in 10 litres of water. |
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Biological Control |
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| Recommended Approach |
Hand pull smaller plants. Spray larger plants with suitable herbicide. |