Sisymbrium runcinatum

Family Brassicaceae

Species Profile

Species classification Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds]
Common namesAfrican Turnip Weed, African Turnipweed
SynonymsInformation unavailable
LongevityAnnual
Growth formHerb
Seed dispersal morphologyInformation unavailable
Maximum height (m)0.5
Capable of vegetative reproductionNo
Native rangeNorthern Africa, south western Europe
Exotic range (Australia)WA
Exotic range (other)Information unavailable
Habitat types (exotic)Agricultural land, Bushland, Disturbed areas (including trails), Pastures, Roadsides, Scrublands/shrublands, Woodlands
Soil type (exotic)Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Decade of introduction1960

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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