Rehikasvi

Rehikasvi is a plant species that belongs to the family Solanaceae. It is native to Europe and Western Asia, and its distribution ranges from the Mediterranean region to the British Isles. Rehikasvi is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant, which typically grows up to 100 centimeters in height and produces small white or pinkish flowers.

The plant's leaves are ovate or elliptical in shape, measuring between 3-10 centimeters in length, and are attached to the stem by a stalk. The leaves are also pubescent, having a soft and woolly texture. Rehikasvi's flowers are grouped in clusters that can reach up to 10 centimeters in diameter. The flowers are typically white or pale pink in color and have a five-lobed corolla.

Rehikasvi is considered an invasive weed in many parts of its distribution range. It often grows in disturbed environments such as roadsides, wastelands, and construction sites, and readily colonizes newly opened areas. The plant's seeds are believed to be dispersed by water, gravity, and by the movement of animals. In some regions, Rehikasvi is also considered a sibling species of the closely related taproot, Tragopogon laevigatus.

The ecological impact of Rehikasvi on native plant communities has been studied, but results are poorly conclusively that it has either positive or negative effects. In some areas, Rehikasvi's dense stands seem to suppress the growth of native vegetation, while in others, they may add species diversity. Further research is needed to fully understand the ecological impact of this species.