Verbena bonariensis
Plant Identification
Common name: purpletop, cluster flower vervain, tall verbena
Botanical Name: Verbena bonariensis
Family name: Verbenaceae
Location: Springwood, NSW
Date: 12th April 2009
Collector: John Poulakis
Habitat: Native to South America. A short-lived perennial herb found in grassland and woodland habitats. Widespread throughout Australia.
Economic significance: Purpletop can be a problem along major roadsides and unused land.