Trianthema portulacastrum (weed)
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Trianthema portulacastrum (click on image to enlarge it)
Author(s): Joseph M. DiTomaso, University of California - Davis
Source: IPM Images
Author(s): Joseph M. DiTomaso, University of California - Davis
Source: IPM Images
Trianthema portulacastrum (weed) Linnaeus - (horse purslane)
This weed is native to tropical parts of Africa and the Americas but invasive in some other regions. It is a fast growing annual herb which produces many seeds and can go through several generations during one season. It can be problematic in crops like cereals, legumes, cotton or potatoes.
Synonyms:
Trianthema monogyna
Portulaca portulacastrum
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• English: | horse purslane black pigweed |
• Español: | verdolaga blanca |
• Français: | poupier courant |
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