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Acanthospermum hispidum DC. ASTERACEAE bristly starbur, upright starbur, starburr Disturbed areas, Minor problem species Origin: Tropical America Growth Form: Herb Plant Description: Erect subherbaceous annual, 0.3-0.6 m high. Leaves opposite. Fruit spiny, crowned with 2 horns. Key Features: Control: Comments: Photo - fruit/leaves K Braun, Swaziland's Alien Plants Database Photo - flowers/leaves The Weeds Society of Western Australia

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