This paper presents a comprehensive overview of ethnobotanical knowledge in Calabria,
southern Italy. The diverse plant uses and knowledge in the region stem from the cultural …

A great deal of ethnobotanical knowledge, passed down from generation to generation by
oral tradition, is still preserved in the Mediterranean basin. Over the years, efforts have been …

The Mediterranean coasts are threatened by human activities that alter habitats structure
and functionality, modifying vegetation and causing the loss of typical species. The definition …

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, present a cost-effective
solution for the swift collection of data from vast and remote areas that are otherwise difficult …

The invasion of plant species is considered to be one of the most dangerous forces in
biodiversity change and alteration of soil properties. Due to their significant impact on …

Amaranthus emarginatus belongs to the Amaranthus blitum complex, a critical taxonomic
group. Within the variability of A. emarginatus, two taxa are often accepted,'emarginatus' and …

Perennial dry grassland communities, vital for plant biodiversity conservation in the
Mediterranean, often harbor rare and endangered species. However, these habitats face …

Several Acacia species are aggressive invaders outside their native range, often occupying
extensive areas. Traditional management approaches have proven to be ineffective and …

Ambrosia trifida is an invasive alien plant species, which has very high reproductive and
environmental adaptability. Through strong resource acquisition ability and allelopathy, it …

A comprehensive checklist of vascular flora occurring in the lower Sieve Valley basin
(province of Florence, Tuscany) is presented. Despite its economic and agricultural …