WeedFutures.net: Species Profile

Cinnamomum camphora

Family Lauraceae

Species Profile

Species classification	Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds]
Common names	Camphor Laurel, Camphor Tree, Formosa Camphor, Gum Camphor, Japanese Camphor, Shiu Leaf, True Camphor
Synonyms	Cinnamomum camphora (L.) T.Nees & C.H.Eberm.; Cinnamonum camphora orth. var. G.J. Harden & L.J.Murray; Laurus camphora L.
Longevity	Perennial
Growth form	Tree
Seed dispersal morphology	Fleshy fruit/Edible/Aril
Maximum height (m)	30
Capable of vegetative reproduction	Yes
Native range	Asia
Exotic range (Australia)	NSW, QLD, Lord Howe Island, Norfolk Island
Exotic range (other)	Asia, Atlantic Ocean Islands, Europe, Indian Ocean Islands, North America, Oceania, Pacific Ocean Islands
Habitat types (exotic)	Bushland, Disturbed areas (including trails), Forest, Pastures, Riparian systems, Urban areas (including trails), Wet sclerophyll forest, Woodlands
Soil type (exotic)	Information unavailable
Decade of introduction	1810

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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Further Information