“The removal of Siam weed… appears to have resulted in health benefits, with locals reporting a reduced incidence of asthma caused by Siam weed,” Dr Atkins, of the Western Australia Department of Agriculture and Food. Read the article HERE.
Siam weed, more commonly known as devil weed in Hawaii, is one of OISC top priority target species! If you see this plant growing along the road, in your backyard or on your favorite hiking trail, report it to OISC immediately at oisc@hawaii.edu or call 266-7994.