Join the Great Climbing Asparagus Hunt
Citizen Science Project!

Your input is invaluable in gathering information about the distribution of climbing asparagus. We need your help! Use the PIN BUTTON below to log a sighting.

Everyone can get involved in the hunt. By sharing your observations, you will help build a clearer picture of where climbing asparagus grows, how much there is, and its impact on the environment.

1.  Use the link below to report sightings of climbing asparagus. The survey will open a map where you can use the arrow to pin your current location.

2.  Save the PIN BUTTON to your phone. Whenever you're out and spot this invasive weed, simply open the link and pin its location.

Alternatively, you can use your laptop at home, but you will need to manually move the location pin to the spot where you saw the invasive weed.

When filling in the form, adding your email and phone number is optional. This information allows us to contact you if we have any questions or if you are making pins for your own property.

The invasive climbing asparagus is one of Northland's most problematic weeds, affecting both our native forests and backyards. It can grow in dense mats, smothering native vegetation and preventing regeneration. Its spread would be a disaster for our native bush.