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Solanum rostratum (Solanaceae): a new invasive xerophyte for the flora of Algeria. – The authors report in this paper the presence of a new taxa for the Algerian flora. It is Solanum rostratum, an invasive plant well known for its high spreading capacity and a threat potential to natural and anthropogenic ecosystems. Some reflections resulting from this discovery are mentioned in particular the economic and ecological values of the plant as well as the threats linked to its possible spread across the country.