Youngia japonica (L.) DC. (Compositae), recently detected in Barcelona

Authors

  • S. Pyke Jardí Botànic de Barcelona, Consorci de Museus de Ciències Naturals

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3989/collectbot.2016.v35.005

Keywords:

Crepis, gardens, Iberian Peninsula, introduced species, Youngia

Abstract


Youngia japonica, introduced accidentally in urban garden areas, is recorded for the first time from the Iberian Peninsula. It has maintained its presence in the place where it was first observed without expanding, and has reappeared over the following years. A possible means of introduction is along with Zoysia, species of grass used for forming lawns as an alternative to Bermuda grass.

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Published

2016-12-30

How to Cite

Pyke, S. (2016). Youngia japonica (L.) DC. (Compositae), recently detected in Barcelona. Collectanea Botanica, 35, e005. https://doi.org/10.3989/collectbot.2016.v35.005

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