WeedFutures.net: Species Profile

Ligustrum lucidum

Family Oleaceae

Species Profile

Species classification	Invasive [WoNS shortlist (pre-2012); NSW's Noxious Weeds]
Common names	Broad-leaved Privet, Privet (Broad-leaf)
Synonyms	Information unavailable
Longevity	Perennial
Growth form	Tree
Seed dispersal morphology	Fleshy fruit/Edible/Aril
Maximum height (m)	12
Capable of vegetative reproduction	Information unavailable
Native range	Asia
Exotic range (Australia)	NSW, QLD, VIC
Exotic range (other)	Southern Africa, North America, Oceania, South America
Habitat types (exotic)	Bushland, Coastal vegetation/sand dunes, Disturbed areas (including trails), Dry sclerophyll forest, Forest, Grasslands, Pastures, Riparian systems, Roadsides, Urban areas, gardens and parks, Wastelands, Wet sclerophyll forest, Woodlands,
Soil type (exotic)	Information unavailable
Decade of introduction	1840

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