Description:
Camelthorn is a deep-rooted, rhizomatous, perennial shrub, with
roots that can extend six to seven feet into the ground. The spiny,
intricately-branched shrub reaches 1.5 to four feet in height. The
plant, which is grayish green and hairless, has simple, entire leaves
that are alternately arranged. The leaf shape is oval to lance-shaped.
The small (3/8 inch), pea-like flowers are pinkish purple to maroon
and are borne on short, spine-tipped branches that arise from the
leaf axils. The reddish-brown to tan fruits are constricted between
the seeds, with a short narrow beak at the end.
- Mechanical:
Unknown.
- Biological:
Unknown.
- Herbicide:Tordon,
22K, 2,4-D, are effective in controlling camelthorn. Refer to
the State Noxious Weed Control
Board site
For More Information:
Detailed information about Camelthorn
is available at the Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board
Web Site. |
