Although this species of Fuchsia
has become an invasive weed,
don't be deterred from growing
other Fuchsias! This erect, vigorous
shrub to 3 m high is native to South
America. It has pendulous scarlet
and purple bell shaped flowers and
has escaped from gardens into
surrounding areas. It has become
established amongst grassland, in
drainage lines, on townsites and
growing on wasteland.