Carrot-Weed: A Noxious Plant That Threatens Biodiversity in Africa
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Date
2019-03-20
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Scientific Research Publishing
Abstract
Carrot-weed (
Parthenium hysterophorous L.) is a flowering plant of the As-
teraceae family (tribe: Heliantheae). The weed became famous due to its no-
torious invasive role in the environment and agricultural fields. The plant has
arisen as the seventh most disturbing weed globally. In Africa, the weed is
spreading very fast and information on its biology, impact, and management
is scarce. Therefore, this review provides general information about the carrot
weed’s current distribution status and its impact on agricultural crops, ani-
mals and human health in Africa
. The review also highlights areas for re-
search in managing this noxious weed in the African habitats.
Sustainable Development Goals
This research article was published by Scientific Research Publishing in 2019
Keywords
Invasive Species, Parthenium hysterophorous, Carrot-Weed