Agricultural Science JSS1 Second  Term

WEEK  7

Characteristics of Weeds

Performance Objectives

    1. List the characteristics of weed.

  Content

 Characteristics of Weed

1. Weeds are noxious, that is very difficult to eradicate once established.

2. They grow fast and spread quickly.

3. They can withstand adverse weather conditions by means of structures such as rhizomes.

4. They can easily regenerate since they have parts which are hidden inside the soil.

5. They produce numerous light seeds that are easily dispersed.

6. They possess features such as hooks, spines and wings which facilities dispersal.

7. Their seeds have.... View More