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Invasiveness Assessment of Centella asiatica (L.) Urb., a MedicinalHerb that is Reported as a Major Weed in the Philippines |
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| Creator | Hazel C. Scott |
| Title | Invasiveness Assessment of Centella asiatica (L.) Urb., a MedicinalHerb that is Reported as a Major Weed in the Philippines |
| Contributor | Inocencio E. Buot, Jr. |
| Publisher | National Science Museum, Thailand |
| Publication Year | 2565 |
| Journal Title | The Thailand Natural History Museum Journal |
| Journal Vol. | 16 |
| Journal No. | 2 |
| Page no. | 77-85 |
| Keyword | Centella asiatica, invasive potential, weed reproductive biology, holistic weed management. |
| URL Website | http://www.thnhmjournal.com/ |
| Website title | thnhmjournal |
| ISSN | 1686-770X |
| Abstract | The medical merits of the traditional herbal medicine Centella asiatica (L.) Urb. is generally accepted and established in modern medicine especially in dermatology and cognitive therapy, while numerous ongoing studies are exploring its application in internal medicine. However, it is also reported as a weed in several tropical islands, including the Philippines, where it is a native species. With the increasing popularity of natural remedies, coupled with the concerns of decreasing biodiversity in the country, an increase in intentional cultivation of invasive species is cause for concern. Hence, available literature was explored to assess the invasiveness potential of C. asiatica on Philippine ecosystems. It was found that C. asiatica growth is favored in the climate of the majority of the country and that the herb can establish itself in varied ecological conditions. However, its weed status may not be due to data showing noxious tendencies but rather an economic perception by people whose cultures do not utilize C. asiatica for food or medicinal purposes. Chemical control may be unnecessary with the holistic control suggested, which is based on its biology. |
