Chinese violet

Chinese violet (Asystasia gangetica sub. micrantha)

This plant is subject to a Control Order.

Owners and occupiers of land on which there is Chinese violet must notify the local control authority for the area if the Chinese violet is part of a new infestation on the land; destroy all Chinese violet on the land, ensuring that subsequent generations of Chinese violet are destroyed; and keep the land free of Chinese violet.

A person who deals with a carrier of Chinese violet must ensure the plant (and any seed and propagules) is not moved from the land and immediately notify the local control authority of the presence of the plant on the land, or on or in a carrier.

How does this weed affect you?

Chinese violet can is able to smother and outcompete native plants and crops, making it difficult for them to grow and thrive. It can also reduce food and shelter for native animals.

What does it look like?

Chinese violet is a fast-growing perennial creeper that forms sprawling mats. It normally grows to one metre but, if climbing over vegetation, can reach three metres in height. Vines may die back after releasing their seeds.

More information

For more information, download the NSW WeedWise app, head to weeds.dpi.nsw.gov.au or speak to a Council Weeds Officer on 6566 3200.