În 1937, o grădină botanică din Tahiti a plantat un pom. Azi produce 8,9 milioane de semințe și pune în pericol pădurile tropicale

Miconia, an ornamental tree planted in Tahiti in 1937, has become a significant invasive threat to tropical forests in Queensland, Australia. Originally admired for its beauty, Miconia produces millions of seeds, outcompeting native species and altering ecosystems. Its rapid spread and ability to block sunlight endanger rare plants and increase soil erosion. Queensland has classified Miconia as a high-priority invasive weed, implementing a national eradication program to protect its unique tropical habitats. Community involvement is crucial for early detection and control of this invasive species, highlighting the ecological risks posed by ornamental plants.