A Western Australian shire has moved to eradicate a popular, waterwise garden plant from public spaces saying its dangerous, skin-piercing spikes and poisonous sap is a risk to human safety.
The Shire of Capel said the Agave americana, or century plant, a succulent that has become a garden staple, is now an invasive and dangerous plant in the region's bushland, roadsides, and urban areas.
