WeedFutures.net: Species Profile

Delairea odorata

Family Asteraceae

Species Profile

Species classification	Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds]
Common names	Cape Ivy, German Ivy, Italian Ivy, Ivy Groundsel, Mile-a-minute, Parlor Ivy
Synonyms	Senecio mikanioides Otto ex Walp.; Senecio scandens DC.
Longevity	Perennial
Growth form	Vine/scrambler/climber
Seed dispersal morphology	Wing/Achene/Pappus
Maximum height (m)	5
Capable of vegetative reproduction	Yes
Native range	Southern Africa
Exotic range (Australia)	NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA, Lord Howe Island
Exotic range (other)	North America, Oceania, Pacific Ocean Islands, South America
Habitat types (exotic)	Bushland, Coastal vegetation/sand dunes, Disturbed areas (including trails), Dry sclerophyll forest, Forest, Grasslands, Heathlands, Roadsides, Wet sclerophyll forest, Woodlands
Soil type (exotic)	Most soil types
Decade of introduction	1850

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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