Scolymus hispanicus
Family Asteraceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds] |
| Common names | Golden Thistle, Goldern Thistle, Spanish Salsify |
| Synonyms | Information unavailable |
| Longevity | Biennial, Perennial |
| Growth form | Herb |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Wing/Achene/Pappus, Tumbleweed |
| Maximum height (m) | 0.9 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
| Native range | Europe, Mediterranean |
| Exotic range (Australia) | NSW, VIC |
| Exotic range (other) | North America |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Pastures, Wastelands |
| Soil type (exotic) | Fertile, Gravel/stony, Infertile - low fertility, Loamy |
| Decade of introduction | 1900 |
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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