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National Research Tomsk State University, 36 Lenina Avenue, Tomsk, Russian Federation
Abstract
The article provides an overview of information on the two invasive species of Siberia that are weeds of crops-Malva verticillata L. and Vicia hirsuta (L.) S.F. Gray. It provides information on the distribution of species, morphology, biological and ecological characteristics. Active ability of Vicia hirsuta to spread with the seed of oilplants and honey plants was revealed. The possible consequences of the introduction in natural plant communities are shown. The possibility of the practical use of these species as fodder, food and medicinal plants is considered.
Author keywords
Distribution; Invasive species; Malva verticillata; Siberia; Speirochoria; Vicia hirsuta
ISSN: 09731245Source Type: Journal Original language: English
DOI: 10.13005/bbra/1872Document Type: Article
Publisher: Oriental Scientific Publishing Company