Opuntia aurantiaca
Family Cactaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Invasive [Weeds of National Significance; NSW's Noxious Weeds] |
| Common names | Tiger Pear |
| Synonyms | Opuntia ferox (Willd.) Haw. |
| Longevity | Perennial |
| Growth form | Succulent, Shrub |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Fleshy fruit/Edible/Aril (no viable seeds) |
| Maximum height (m) | 0.4 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
| Native range | South America |
| Exotic range (Australia) | SA, QLD, NSW, VIC |
| Exotic range (other) | Information unavailable |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Information unavailable |
| Soil type (exotic) | Information unavailable |
| Decade of introduction | 1900 |
Rating [?]
| Climate scenario | Australia | ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current climate | 30 | 14 | 40 | 0 | 42 | 34 | 2 | 34 | 8 |
| RCP 8.5 2050 | 30 | 24 | 38 | 0 | 42 | 30 | 8 | 30 | 6 |
| RCP 8.5 2070 | 30 | 24 | 46 | 2 | 40 | 28 | 12 | 30 | 10 |
Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences
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Current suitable habitat
2050 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
2070 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
Recorded occurrences
(Australia)
Recorded occurrences
(global)
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