First record of alien naturalized populations of the crop Cucurbita moschata (Cucurbitaceae) in Spain, with remarks on typification status

As a result of floristic survey carried out in riparian ecosystems the southeastern Iberian Peninsula ( first report well established populations allochthonous cultivated plant species Cucurbita moschata Duchesne is here provided for Peninsula. Data about morphological description (compared to other species), certain clarification aspects typification status this name and related synonyms, ecological climatic conditions area are given together with key identification facilitate further identification. The alien distribution C. its relatives ficifolia pepo maxima reviewed Spanish references. This study outlines record naturalized population Spain, supported by stability along years conditions. Finally, detailed data indicate that agricultural activities habitats, respectively, starting points corridors seed dispersal process invasion plants