Abstract:

In this study, the Erigeron karvinskianus (Asteraceae) species, a potential invasive species, was for the first time recorded for Turkish flora. The species, which is naturally spread in Mexico, Central America, Colombia and Venezuela, was first identified in Turkey by Antalya. Morphological and palinological characteristics have been measured and evaluated to prove the existence of the species. The minimum, maximum and average values and standard deviations of all measurements are statistically calculated. Also, a comprehensive description of the species was made and the diagnosis key was given. With this record, the number of taxons of the Erigeron race in our country has been updated to 15.

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Abstract:

In this study, Erigeron karvinskianus (Asteraceae), a potentially invasive species, was recorded for the first time for Flora of Turkey. The species, which is native to Mexico, Central America, Colombia and Venezuela, was described from Antalya, SW Turkey. Morphological and palynological traits were measured and evaluated to support the presence of this species. Minimum, maximum, mean and standard deviation values of characters were calculated statistically. In addition, a comprehensive description of the species and its diagnostic key were made. With this record, the number of taxa of the Erigeron genus in our country has been updated to 15.