Spartium junceum
Family Fabaceae
Species Profile
Species classification | Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds] |
Common names | Spanish Broom, Weaver's Broom |
Synonyms | Information unavailable |
Longevity | Perennial |
Growth form | Shrub |
Seed dispersal morphology | Ballistic |
Maximum height (m) | 5 |
Capable of vegetative reproduction | No |
Native range | Northern Africa, western Asia, southern Europe, Atlantic Ocean Islands |
Exotic range (Australia) | ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC |
Exotic range (other) | North America, Oceania |
Habitat types (exotic) | Agricultural land, Bushland, Disturbed areas (including trails), Garden escape, Riparian systems, Roadsides, Urban areas, gardens and parks, Wastelands |
Soil type (exotic) | Clay, Most soil types, Sandy |
Decade of introduction | 1840 |
This species is available for purchase online in Australia (current as of May 2013)
National Climate Change Impact
Invasive Class 2
Species has either an increase in the area of suitable habitat or habitat suitability of observations under RCP 8.5 2065 compared to current climate suitability.
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