Plants that might be called "weeds" are often great pioneer species. What characteristics do they possess that would make them a successful pioneer species?

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Plants that might be called "weeds" are often great pioneer species. What characteristics do they possess that would make them a successful pioneer species?

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Marissa Wise · Answer 1

their ability to live in an area that is inhospitable other forms of life that could be found in that area.

Explanation:

Weeds are known as plants with no biological significance that are considered unwanted in a particular location. It could simply be termed a plant in a wrong place. They can be regarded by many as pioneer species because of their ability to live in an area that is inhospitable other forms of life that could be found in that area. These weeds can

1. Withstand very harsh environment where it grows

2. They can survive prolonged periods of dormancy over time

3. Their rate of dispersal is usually high.