Cenchrus biflorus
Family Poaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds] |
| Common names | Gallon's Curse, Indian Sandbur |
| Synonyms | Information unavailable |
| Longevity | Annual |
| Growth form | Graminoid |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Adhesive (burrs, sticky, awns, hairs etc) |
| Maximum height (m) | 1 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | No |
| Native range | Tropical Africa, Asia |
| Exotic range (Australia) | NT, QLD, WA |
| Exotic range (other) | North America |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Agricultural land, Disturbed areas (including trails), Forest, Roadsides, Urban areas, gardens and parks |
| Soil type (exotic) | Information unavailable |
| Decade of introduction | 1930 |
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.
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)
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