Environment and Ecology
2018
Biodiversity
Environmental Pollution
Sustainable Development
Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in news?
B.It tends to reduce the biodiversity in the area in which it grows
D.None of the above
C.Its extract is used in the pesticides.
A.Its extract is widely used in cosmetics.
Correct Answer: Option B
Prosopis juliflora, also known as kikar, is an invasive species known for its negative impact on biodiversity.
Originally brought to Delhi from Mexico by the British over a century ago, it has spread aggressively, displacing native plant species and disrupting local ecosystems.
Its deep root system also contributes to the depletion of groundwater resources.
Therefore, Prosopis juliflora is often mentioned in the news because it tends to reduce the biodiversity in the area in which it grows.
Option b is correct.
Sources:
- [Hindustan Times - Delhi: Indigenous vines to be used to kill invasive tree species](https://www.hindustantimes.com/delhi-news/delhi-indigenous-vines-to-be- used-to-kill-invasive-tree-species/story-6owi4Ep4JysSKOvui521jL.html)
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