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If you see this priority pest fill out the online report form, go to a walk-in reporting location, or call in your sighting.
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Aramina flower
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Typical growth form
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Bur seed will cling to skin and clothing.
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Identification:
Though widespread on several Hawaiian islands, aramina has not become established on Molokai. This weedy small shrub is found growing in disturbed, low elevation sites. It grows to 0.2-0.4 m (0.5-1.3 ft). The branches often have a purple tint. Alternate leaves, with raspy feel. Produces clusters of small (1 cm or 0.4 in) pinkish-violet flowers. The seeds are covered with hooked bristles that will cling to skin and clothing.
More information about this pest 
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Aramina look-alikes
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'Ilima (Sida fallax):
'Ilima is a native Hawaiian shrub that is found in coastal and rocky areas. The flowers of 'ilima are variable, ranging from yellow to dull red. It can be differenctiated from aramina by the shape of its leaf, which is small (1-8 cm) and heart-shaped, as well as ilima's lack of prickly burs.
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'Ilima
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Sacramento Bur (Triumfetta semitriloba):
The Sacramento bur is a shrub that grows up to 5 ft (1.5 m) tall and is found in arid areas. Its leaves are oblong in shape and have three lobes. Its small yellow flowers grow in clusters.
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Sacremento Bur
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