Researchers in Iran have produced biodiesel using flixweed as alternate green transport fuel . Some of the advantages of using flixweed include not having to rely on cultivation and irrigation as the plant can survive untouched in a variety of habitats . As the plant is also not edible , this makes it a strong contender given recent biofuel developments in the fuel versus food debate .
Researchers in Iran have produced biodiesel using flixweed as alternate green transport fuel. Some of the benefits of using flixweed include not having to rely on cultivation and irrigation as the plant can grow untouched in a variety of climates. As the flixweed is also not edible, this makes it a strong contender given recent biofuel arguments in the fuel versus food debate.