Eucalyptus globulus Scorecard

Species:  Eucalyptus globulus

Common Name:  Tasmanian blue gum

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Results

Impact Total:12 / 35Impact = ( Spread + Damage - Benefit )

Ability to Respond Total:9 / 25Ability to Respond = ( Ease of Response + Tools in Place )

Confidence:High

Confidence Notes:

Impact

SpreadNotesScore
Spread RateAble to spread beyond existing stands, seed dispersal not long-distance (Cal-IPC).3
Spread AmountLimited to 300m elevation (DiTomaso).3
DamageNotesScore
EcologicalDisrupts ecosystem processes, alters fire frequency and intensity.4
Agricultural0
Infrastructure4
Cultural0
HealthIncreased wildfires impacts air quality2
BenefitNotesScore
EcologicalProvides limited bird habitat.1
AgriculturalPlanted for windbreaks, horticulture2
Infrastructure0
CulturalSome groves have historic status and must be maintained as is (Doug Johnson).1
HealthMedicinal uses0
Total12

Ability to Respond

Ease of ResponseNotesScore
DetectionVisible from aerial photos.5
ControlDifficult to eradicate.2
Tools in PlaceNotesScore
Entry0
ControlInformal mandates exist.1
OutreachOn Cal-IPC list1
Total9

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