Other common names:
Shiny cudweed.
Description:
Two species of cudweed are commonly found within lawns within Australia. They are G. coarctatum and G. americanum (hairy leaves). The annual or biannual dicot weed grows forming a basal rosette. The leaves are very distinct, being broad and obovate in shape, dull green on the upper leaf surface and grey or white on the underside of the leaf and possess serrated margins. The weed produces an erect flower stem which can grow up to 50 cm tall. Its flowers are whiteish, pink or purple in colour.
Susceptible Turf:
Warm-and cool-season turf grass varieties.
Control options:
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