Consider the following:

Lantana camara

Prosopis juliflora

Saccharum spontaneum

Which of the above is/are known invasive plant species that threaten biodiversity in forest ecosystems?

Question

Lantana camara is a fast-growing shrub that displaces native flora and dominates ecosystems, leading to biodiversity loss.
Prosopis juliflora, also known as Vilayati kikar, thrives in arid conditions, altering soil composition and outcompeting native plants.
Saccharum spontaneum, a tall grass, forms dense thickets that hinder the growth of native species and disrupt forest regeneration. These three invasive species significantly impact forest health and biodiversity, necessitating management interventions.

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Lantana camara is a fast-growing shrub that displaces native flora and dominates ecosystems, leading to biodiversity loss.
Prosopis juliflora, also known as Vilayati kikar, thrives in arid conditions, altering soil composition and outcompeting native plants.
Saccharum spontaneum, a tall grass, forms dense thickets that hinder the growth of native species and disrupt forest regeneration. These three invasive species significantly impact forest health and biodiversity, necessitating management interventions.

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