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Madagascar ragwort spreads in Northland, posing threat to farms
Perennial Madagascar ragwort (Senecio madagascariensis) can grow up to 50cm tall in ideal conditions, and has multiple branches, long leaves and many flowers. Photo / Supplied, Northland Regional Council
By Monique Steele of RNZ
The Northland Regional Council and farming groups are developing a plan to try to control an invasive weed known as the 'mad rag' or 'fireweed', amid fears it could spread to other regions.
Madagascar ragwort (Senecio madagascariensis), with bright yellow, daisy-like flowers, is now considered
