The first record of a medicinal plant species Boerhavia repens L. (Nyctaginaceae) from Libya

A new record for Boerhavia repens L is recorded for the first time in the flora of Libya. This widespread wild weed was collected from the Ariggiba region (110 Km west-south Sabha city). To facilitate further identification and future detection, a full description, habitat information, distribution map, and distribution data are provided. A brief discussion about the most important threats posed by this species is presented.