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| White periwinkle |  | | It might be pretty but it's also a weed in many lowland areas on Magnetic Island. (Catharanthus species) |
| | Tecoma is a hardy weed |  | | Tecoma, also known as Captain Cook bush (as is Oleander) is a hardy tree grown as an ornamental in many Island gardens. (Tecoma stans) |
| | Snake weed |  | | Like many established weeds, to remove an infestation of snake weed takes a number of follow-up weeding sessions, so as to remove newly germinated plants. (Stachytarpheta jamaicensis) |
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| Sisal |  | | This American import loves a challenge - sisal can survive tough drought conditions.
(Agave americana) |
| | Singapore daisy |  | | Singapore daisy can choke up waterways and creeks banks, and is particularly fond of the Island's wet season. (Stachagneticola trilobata) |
| | Pink periwinkle |  | | Pink periwinkle is grown in many Island gardens. (Catharanthus-roseus) |
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| Oleander |  | | Oleander has no place in a home garden - the plant, including the seeds and flowers, is extremely poisonous!
Always wear gloves when handling this plant.
(Cascabela thevetia or Thevetia peruviana) |
| | Mother of millions |  | | ...and they certainly are! Each 'leaf' is a new plant.(Bryophyllum species) |
| | Mother-in-laws tongue |  | | Mother-in-law's tongue, like many weeds, is a garden escape. (Sansevieria trifasciata) |
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