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Allelopathic Effect Of Ageratum Houstonianum Mill. On Germination And Seedling Growth Of Two Agricultural Crops (abelmoschus Esculentus And Zea Mays)
Ageratum houstonianum is a garden escape that has become an invasive weed affecting ecosystems in many countries in different parts of the world. The study evaluated the allelopathic potential of the aqueous extract and leachate of A. houstonianum on the seed germination and seedling growth of two important agricultural crops Abelmoschus esculentus (okra) and Zea mays (maize) under laboratory conditions.
Report On The Detection And Establishment Of Ageratum Houstonianum Mill In Bayelsa State A Lowland Rainforest Zone In Nigeria
Invasive alien plant species are significant and increasing problems in the face of changing climate especially in farmlands and forests. Ageratum houstonianum Mill is a garden escape herbaceous plant that has become invasive in different parts of the world; was found occurring in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. Field assessments revealed heavy scale intrusion, colonization and expansion of the species in various
