Opuntia microdasys
Family Cactaceae
Species Profile
Species classification | Invasive [Weeds of National Significance; NSW's Noxious Weeds] |
Common names | Angel's-wings, Bunny-ears Prickly-pear, Golden-bristle, Golden-bristle Cactus, Goldplush, Teddy Bear Cactus, Yellow Bunny Ears |
Synonyms | Cactus microdasys Lehm.; Opuntia macrocalyx Griffiths; Opuntia microdasys subsp. microdasys; Opuntia microdasys var. albispina Fobe; Opuntia microdasys var. laevior Salm-Dyck; Opuntia microdasys var. minor Salm-Dyck; Opuntia microdasys var. pallida Borg |
Longevity | Perennial |
Growth form | Succulent, Shrub |
Seed dispersal morphology | Fleshy fruit/Edible/Aril |
Maximum height (m) | 1 |
Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
Native range | North America |
Exotic range (Australia) | WA, SA, NSW |
Exotic range (other) | Africa, North America |
Habitat types (exotic) | Garden escape, Rangelands |
Soil type (exotic) | Sandy, Loamy |
Decade of introduction | 1920 |
This species is available for purchase online in Australia (current as of May 2018)
Rating [?]
Climate scenario | Australia | ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA |
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Current climate | 30 | 0 | 26 | 4 | 12 | 30 | 0 | 26 | 38 |
RCP 8.5 2050 | 30 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 8 | 34 | 4 | 20 | 30 |
RCP 8.5 2070 | 30 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 8 | 34 | 4 | 20 | 34 |
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