Puncture Vine

tribulus terrestris

Puncture Vine (Tribulus terrestris) is a notoriously resilient, flat-growing annual herb infamous for its woody, spine-covered seed cases. Originating from warm temperate and tropical regions of the Old World, this tough survivor has successfully colonized disturbed soils and arid environments across the globe. It is widely considered a noxious weed due to its aggressive growth and the physical harm its sharp seed pods can cause to livestock, pets, and humans.

生息地: Thrives in dry, compacted soils, agricultural fields, waste areas, and along sandy roadsides or pathways.

外見

This low-growing plant forms dense, prostrate mats with stems radiating outward from a central taproot, often spreading up to one meter in diameter. Its leaves are pinnately compound, consisting of small, opposite leaflets that give it a fern-like appearance. During the warm season, it produces bright yellow, five-petaled flowers that open in the morning, followed by the distinctive, woody bur fruits which split into five sharp-spined caltrops.

界Plantae門Tracheophyta綱Magnoliopsida目Zygophyllales科Zygophyllaceae属Tribulus

Puncture Vine

カテゴリ

植物

レア度

Common

危険度

1/5 · 非常に低い

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おもしろい事実

Its seed pods are strong enough to puncture bicycle tires and can cause painful wounds to dogs or livestock walking through infested fields.

The plant contains steroidal saponins, which are sometimes extracted and marketed in dietary supplements aimed at boosting athletic performance and testosterone levels.

The sharp, spiked seed pod resembles a miniature version of a caltrop, a multi-pointed metal weapon used in ancient warfare to disable cavalry.

特殊能力

Produces extremely hard, wood-like seed cases tipped with sharp spines that effortlessly penetrate animal hooves, bicycle tires, and shoes to aid in seed dispersal.

Utilizes a deep, sturdy taproot system and finely divided leaves to efficiently store and retain water in extremely dry, sun-baked environments.

Generates highly resilient seeds that can remain dormant and viable within the soil for up to several years, waiting for optimal moisture to sprout.

サイズと詳細

長さ: 10-100 cm
寿命: 0-1 年

食性と食事

As a photosynthetic plant, Puncture Vine produces its own organic energy using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water drawn through its extensive root system.

主な食物

Sunlight
Water
Carbon dioxide
Soil nutrients

生態系とのつながり

eaten by

Puncturevine Seed Weevil

Microlarinus lareynii

The larvae of this introduced biological control weevil feed exclusively on the seeds inside the green burs, helping to suppress plant populations.

eaten by

Puncturevine Stem Weevil

Microlarinus lypriformis

This biological control weevil infests the stems and crown of the plant, disrupting water transport and killing the vine.

mutualism

Western Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

Honeybees frequently visit the bright yellow flowers during the day, collecting nectar and facilitating pollination.

特徴

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安全性

危険度

1/5 · 非常に低い

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よくある質問

Puncture Vineを見分けるには？

Puncture Vineを識別する最も簡単な方法は、Snappit自然識別アプリを使用することです。

Puncture Vineの長さは何ですか？

10-100 cm

Puncture Vineの寿命は何ですか？

0-1 年

Puncture Vineは何を食べますか？

As a photosynthetic plant, Puncture Vine produces its own organic energy using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water drawn through its extensive root system.

Puncture Vineは通常どこに生息していますか？

Thrives in dry, compacted soils, agricultural fields, waste areas, and along sandy roadsides or pathways.