If it is
the old boxthorns, that may be the last of what were originally hedgerow
plantings, and not a weed according to one definition: “…it [African
Boxthorn] may also be seen in old hedgerows along Dairy Road, between Fyshwick
and Duntroon” - Pryor and Banks, Trees and Shrubs in Canberra. Many bird-sown examples
occur further afield.
From: tom green
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Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2006 8:10
PM
To: shaun bagley;
Subject: Re: [canberrabirds]
Jerrabomberra Wetlands
Shaun the prickly shrubs are African Boxthorn. It is a
noxious weed so should be removed.
Like a lot of weeds it is good bird habitat. I worry about
the Double-bars if all the boxthorn is removed.
