Onopordum illyricum

Family Asteraceae

Species Profile

Species classification Invasive [WoNS shortlist (pre-2012); NSW's Noxious Weeds]
Common namesIllyrian Thistle
SynonymsOnopordum illyricum L. subsp. Illyricum
LongevityAnnual, Biennial
Growth formHerb
Seed dispersal morphologyWing/Achene/Pappus
Maximum height (m)2
Capable of vegetative reproductionNo
Native rangeWestern Asia, Europe
Exotic range (Australia)NSW, SA, VIC
Exotic range (other)Information unavailable
Habitat types (exotic)Agricultural land, Pastures, Roadsides, Wastelands
Soil type (exotic)Fertile, Gravel/stony, Well drained
Decade of introduction1920

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)

Images

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