Galenia pubescens

Family Aizoaceae

Species Profile

Species classification Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds]
Common namesBlanket Plant, Blanket Weed, Carpet Plant, Carpet Weed, Coastal Galenia, Galenia
SynonymsGalenia secunda (L.f.) Sond.
LongevityPerennial
Growth formHerb
Seed dispersal morphologyUnassisted
Maximum height (m)0.6
Capable of vegetative reproductionYes
Native rangeSouthern Africa
Exotic range (Australia)NSW, SA, VIC
Exotic range (other)Information unavailable
Habitat types (exotic)Agricultural land, Coastal vegetation/sand dunes, Disturbed areas (including trails), Dry sclerophyll forest, Grasslands, Riparian systems, Roadsides, Scrublands/shrublands, Urban areas, gardens and parks, Woodlands
Soil type (exotic)Gravel/stony, Loamy, Sandy
Decade of introduction1900

National Climate Change Impact

Invasive Class 3

The area of suitable habitat and the habitat suitability of observations, for this species, are projected to decrease or remain the same under RCP 8.5 2065 compared to current climate suitability.

Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences

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Current suitable habitat

2035 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)

2065 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)

Recorded occurrences
(Australia)

Recorded occurrences
(global)

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