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Naturalisation and Invasive Status
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- Unknown
- Where
- New Zealand
Common gorse, introduced as an ornamental or hedge, became an invasive species in New Zealand due to aggressive seed dispersal.
Originally introduced as an ornamental plant or hedge, common gorse has become an invasive species in New Zealand. Its aggressive seed dispersal makes it very difficult to eradicate, and it is detrimental to native habitats. Control is required to limit its extent.
Sources
- Ulex Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-26
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