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Miconia: The Ornamental Tree Threatening Queensland's Rainforests

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Miconia, an ornamental tree introduced to Tahiti in 1937, has become a biosecurity threat to Queensland's World Heritage rainforests, capable of producing over 8.9 million seeds per season and smothering native vegetation.

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Miconia's introduction to Tahiti in 1937 as an ornamental plant led to its spread and severe ecological impact.

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What is the current extent of miconia's spread in Queensland?
What are the long-term plans for the National Tropical Weeds Eradication Program?

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