Morfología y control de la maleza echinochloa colunum en el Ecuador

Echinochloa colonum, also known as colonum grass, is a plant species that aggressively damages various agricultural crops, primarily in humid areas. This type of plant species, considered a weed, is distinguished by its unique ability to adapt to different climatic conditions. The objective of this study was to analyze the morphology and control methods of E. colonum in Ecuadorian agricultural crops in order to develop integrated management strategies that optimize crop productivity and promote environmental sustainability. The methodology developed to prepare this document was based on a non-experimental, bibliographic, descriptive study. To this end, information was compiled based on relevant data from primary sources such as scientific articles, journals, and e-books, which provided diverse ideas and opinions, enabling an analysis of the problem at hand. According to the results obtained, Echinochloa colonun has a morphology adaptable to different climatic and soil conditions, highlighting its ability to germinate in different soil and climate conditions. It is also noted that in Ecuadorian agricultural activities, this type of weed primarily affects rice, soybeans, and corn crops. In conclusion, Echinochloa colonun, based on its morphology, adapts well to any type of crop, supported by its robust fibrous root system and highly efficient leaves for adequate photosynthesis, which is a competitive advantage in competing for food, water, and light with any type of commercial crop.

• المؤلف الرئيسي: Nuñez Gavilánez, Jaime Rodrigo (author)
• التنسيق: bachelorThesis
• منشور في: 2025
• الموضوعات: Echinochloa colona; Sostenibilidad; Morfología; Suelos
• الوصول للمادة أونلاين: http://dspace.utb.edu.ec/handle/49000/18266