The accelerated spread of a neophyte introduced to Europe long ago

The first occurrence of Sporobolus indicus in Hungary is reported. neotropical S. one the oldest introduced neophytes to Europe. From middle 19th century until last decade 20th century, apart from a few occasional occurrences, it expanded only Mediterranean area. However, number observations has dramatically increased past two decades, even outside region. Its recent rapid spreading evident along roads, lawns, trampled tourist places (e.g., campsites). Tourism certainly contributes very successful species. Still, global warming, increasingly mild winters continental Europe, can enhance establishment and further dispersal this cold sensitive