Question

Why weeds and wild plants are affected by insects and pests

Answer 1

weeds and wild plants are not affected by pests or insects because they release some alkaloids or plant wastes which are toxic . 

Answer 2

Answer:

Weeds and wild plants can be affected by pests, such as insects. However many wild plants have a natural resistance, or resilience against predators, which they have gained through years of natural selection and adaption.  

Wild plants protect themselves in the following ways:

1.    Plants produce chemicals which repel or poison insects.

2.    Plants produce chemicals designed to reduce palatability.

3.    Plants have a thick waxy cuticle covering soft tissues, such a leaves, which acts as a physical barrier against predation.

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