Psidium cattleianum
(Myrtaceae)
Cattley guava, Chinese guava, cherry guava, purple guava, small guava, strawberry guava
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Strawberry guava sows seeds of infestation
Strawberry guava's threat to our forests is the topic of the Maui Invasive Species Committee (MISC) Kiai Moku Maui News column (9/14/2008).
Controversy flares over proposal to control waiawi [strawberry guava] with scale insect
"The proposed release of a scale insect to control strawberry guava, or waiawi (Psidium cattleianum), has sparked an outcry of opposition among some sectors of the public. Yet, although the opposition means a delay in the scheduled release, the scientists most closely involved with the project say they welcome the development as an opportunity to educate the public about what they do and the ways in which their plan can work to the state's benefit."
Fact and fiction about waiawi [strawberry guava] control
"Opponents of the planned introduction of a biocontrol agent for strawberry guava have raised several arguments. Here are the top concerns, along with the responses from scientists with the Forest Service, the USDA Agricultural Research Service, and others...."
Psidium cattleianum information from PIER
Information on Psidium cattleianum as relevant to Pacific Islands is provided by the Pacific Island Ecosystems at Risk project (PIER).
ITIS nomenclature info for Psidium cattleianum
Nomenclatural information about Psidium cattleianum is provided by ITIS.
IPNI nomenclature info for Psidium cattleianum
Nomenclatural information about Psidium cattleianum is provided by The International Plant Names Index (IPNI).
Psidium cattleianum as a weed in Hawaii
Information about Psidium cattleianum as a weed in Hawaii is presented by the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (University of Hawai).
History of feral pigs in Kipahulu Valley: Chapter 4 from "Population biology and management of the feral pig (Sus scrofa L.) in Kipahulu Valley, Maui, Hawaii"
The history of the feral pig invasion of Kipahulu Valley is discussed in this section of Cheong H. Diong's doctoral dissertation on feral pigs in Kipahulu Valley, Maui (University of Hawaii, 1982). For an index of the full document, see [DIONG'S ENTIRE THESIS] .
Food and feeding habits of feral pigs: Chapter 6 from "Population biology and management of the feral pig (Sus scrofa L.) in Kipahulu Valley, Maui, Hawaii"
Stomach contents were analyzed to determine the feeding habits of feral pigs in Kipahulu Valley in this section of Cheong H. Diong's doctoral dissertation (University of Hawaii, 1982). For an index of the full document, see [DIONG'S ENTIRE THESIS] .
General discussion: Chapter 13 from "Population biology and management of the feral pig (Sus scrofa L.) in Kipahulu Valley, Maui, Hawaii"
Factors affecting the ecology of feral pigs in Kipahulu Valley are discussed in this section of Cheong H. Diong's doctoral dissertation (University of Hawaii, 1982). For an index of the full document, see [DIONG'S ENTIRE THESIS] .
Psidium cattleianum (Myrtaceae): species information from GCW
Information on Psidium cattleianum as relevant to Pacific Islands is provided by the Global Compendium of Weeds (GCW).
Bugs could slow strawberry guava
"Bugs could slow strawberry guava" discusses the possibility of releasing a biocontrol agent (Tectococcus ovatus) in Hawaii to slow the spread of the invasive strawberry guava (Psidium cattleianum). Strawberry guava trees threaten the existence of many native ecosystems in Hawaii.
"Field release of Tectococcus ovatus (Homoptera: Eriococcidae) for biological control of strawberry guava, Psidium cattleianum Sabine (Myrtaceae), in Hawaii (March 2008)
"The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service, Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry, in collaboration with the Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, proposes the environmental release in Hawaii of a scale insect from Brazil, Tectococcus ovatus Hempel (Homoptera: Eriococcidae), for classical biological control of strawberry guava, Psidium cattleianum Sabine (Myrtaceae). Tectococcus ovatus is a highly specific insect that produces leaf galls on strawberry guava in its native range in Brazil. The purpose of establishing this insect species in Hawaii is to reduce growth and reproduction of strawberry guava, thereby limiting this weed's ability to invade native forests and reducing an important source of agricultural pest fruit flies."
Psidium cattleianum as a weed in Hawaii
Information about Psidium cattleianum as a weed in Hawaii is presented by the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (University of Hawai).
Insect released proposed to control exotic strawberry guava
"U.S. Forest Service scientists with the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry have submitted a proposal to release a Brazilian insect to control the spread of strawberry guava, a South American tree that has invaded and degraded native Hawaiian ecosystems since it was introduced in 1825 as a garden plant."
Petition for field release of Tectococcus ovatus (Homoptera: Eriococcidae)
for classical biological control of strawberry guava, Psidium cattleianum Sabine
(Myrtaceae), in Hawaii (10 May 2005)
"Tectococcus ovatus is proposed for release into the environment for biological control of P[sidium] cattleianum in the state of Hawaii. This highly specific insect produces leaf galls on P. cattleianum in its native range in Brazil. It is expected to reduce growth and reproduction of P. cattleianum, thereby limiting spread of the weed and production of fruits available to pest fruit flies...."
Controversy flares over proposal to control waiawi [strawberry guava] with scale insect
"The proposed release of a scale insect to control strawberry guava, or waiawi (Psidium cattleianum), has sparked an outcry of opposition among some sectors of the public. Yet, although the opposition means a delay in the scheduled release, the scientists most closely involved with the project say they welcome the development as an opportunity to educate the public about what they do and the ways in which their plan can work to the state's benefit."
Petition for field release of Tectococcus ovatus (Homoptera: Eriococcidae)
for classical biological control of strawberry guava, Psidium cattleianum Sabine
(Myrtaceae), in Hawaii (10 May 2005)
"Tectococcus ovatus is proposed for release into the environment for biological control of P[sidium] cattleianum in the state of Hawaii. This highly specific insect produces leaf galls on P. cattleianum in its native range in Brazil. It is expected to reduce growth and reproduction of P. cattleianum, thereby limiting spread of the weed and production of fruits available to pest fruit flies...."
Smithsonian Flora of the Hawaiian Islands info for Psidium cattleianum
Smithsonian Flora of the Hawaiian Islands (Wagner, W. L., D. R. Herbst, and D. H. Lorence. 2005-. Flora of the Hawaiian Islands website. http://ravenel.si.edu/botany/pacificislandbiodiversity/hawaiianflora/index.htm [accessed Apr 2006])
Insect released proposed to control exotic strawberry guava
"U.S. Forest Service scientists with the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry have submitted a proposal to release a Brazilian insect to control the spread of strawberry guava, a South American tree that has invaded and degraded native Hawaiian ecosystems since it was introduced in 1825 as a garden plant."
Psidium cattleianum images from PIER
Images of Psidium cattleianum provided by the Pacific Island Ecosystems at Risk project (PIER).
Invasive species in the Pacific: A technical review
and draft regional strategy (2000)
The status of invasive plants, vertebrates, arthropods, molluscs, and crustaceans, and options for a regional invasive species strategy for the South Pacific are presented in this series of articles from the South Pacific Regional Environment Programme, 2000.
Psidium cattleianum as a weed in Hawaii
Information about Psidium cattleianum as a weed in Hawaii is presented by the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (University of Hawai).
History of feral pigs in Kipahulu Valley: Chapter 4 from "Population biology and management of the feral pig (Sus scrofa L.) in Kipahulu Valley, Maui, Hawaii"
The history of the feral pig invasion of Kipahulu Valley is discussed in this section of Cheong H. Diong's doctoral dissertation on feral pigs in Kipahulu Valley, Maui (University of Hawaii, 1982). For an index of the full document, see [DIONG'S ENTIRE THESIS] .
Strawberry guava biocontrol possible
The proposal to release a scale insect as a biocontrol for strawberry guava in Hawaii is discussed in the Raising Islands blog by Jan TenBruggencate (7/12/2008).
Controversy flares over proposal to control waiawi [strawberry guava] with scale insect
"The proposed release of a scale insect to control strawberry guava, or waiawi (Psidium cattleianum), has sparked an outcry of opposition among some sectors of the public. Yet, although the opposition means a delay in the scheduled release, the scientists most closely involved with the project say they welcome the development as an opportunity to educate the public about what they do and the ways in which their plan can work to the state's benefit."
Fact and fiction about waiawi [strawberry guava] control
"Opponents of the planned introduction of a biocontrol agent for strawberry guava have raised several arguments. Here are the top concerns, along with the responses from scientists with the Forest Service, the USDA Agricultural Research Service, and others...."
Insect release proposed to control exotic strawberry guava
"U.S. Forest Service scientists with the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry have submitted a proposal to release a Brazilian insect to control the spread of strawberry guava, a South American tree that has invaded and degraded native Hawaiían ecosystems since it was introduced in 1825 as a garden plant."
Self-feeding as a bad thing (Raising Islands Blog, 22 August 2007)
Invasive species like firetree (Myrica faya) and albizia Falcataria moluccana, which fix their own nitrogen, alter the characteristics of whole ecosystems. Bloggist Jan TenBruggencate reviews research on how "self-feeders" can facilitate the invasion of other alien species.
Bugs could slow strawberry guava
"Bugs could slow strawberry guava" discusses the possibility of releasing a biocontrol agent (Tectococcus ovatus) in Hawaii to slow the spread of the invasive strawberry guava (Psidium cattleianum). Strawberry guava trees threaten the existence of many native ecosystems in Hawaii.
Dispersal ecology of the strawberry guava: Chapter 7 from "Population biology and management of the feral pig (Sus scrofa L.) in Kipahulu Valley, Maui, Hawaii"
The synergy between feral pigs and strawberry guava (Psidium cattleianum) is revealed in research on the dispersal mechanisms of strawberry guava in this section of Cheong H. Diong's doctoral dissertation (University of Hawaii, 1982). For an index of the full document, see [DIONG'S ENTIRE THESIS] .
A test of four herbicides for use on strawberry guava (Psidium cattleianum Sabine) in Kipahulu Valley, Haleakala National Park
Pratt, Linda W., Gregory L. Santos, and Charles P. Stone. 1994. A test of four herbicides for use on strawberry guava (Psidium cattleianum Sabine) in Kipahulu Valley, Haleakala National Park. Technical report 90. Honolulu: Cooperative National Park Resources Studies Unit, University of Hawai'i at Manoa. ISBN: (unknown or N/A). ISSN: (unknown or N/A).
Weeds of Hawaii's Pastures and Natural Areas: An Identification and Management Guide
Motooka, Philip, Luisa Castro, Duane Nelson, Guy Nagai, and Lincoln Ching. 2003. Weeds of Hawaii's Pastures and Natural Areas: An Identification and Management Guide. College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (University of Hawaii--Manoa), Honolulu. 184 pp. color illus. ISBN: 1-929325-14-2. ISSN: (unknown or N/A).
Annotated bibliography of the genus Psidium, with emphasis on P. cattleianum (strawberry guava) and P. guajava (common guava), forest weeds in Hawai'i
Ellshoff, Zella E., Donald E. Gardner, Charles Wikler, and Clifford W. Smith. 1995. Annotated bibliography of the genus Psidium, with emphasis on P. cattleianum (strawberry guava) and P. guajava (common guava), forest weeds in Hawai'i. PCSU technical report 95 (May 1995). Honolulu: Cooperative National Park Resources Studies Unit, University of Hawai'i at Manoa. ISBN: (unknown or N/A). ISSN: (unknown or N/A).
A test of four herbicides for use on strawberry guava (Psidium cattleianum Sabine) in Kipahulu Valley, Haleakala National Park
Pratt, L.W., G.L. Santos, and C.P. Stone. 1994. A test of four herbicides for use on strawberry guava (Psidium cattleianum Sabine) in Kipahulu Valley, Haleakala National Park. PCSU technical report #90 (June 1994). ISBN: (unknown or N/A). ISSN: (unknown or N/A).
Distribution and Spread of Alien Plants in Kipahulu Valley, Haleakala National Park, above 2,300 ft Elevation
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