Soil Seed Banks of Two Montane Riparian Areas: Implications for Restoration

Authors:
Richter, R. and J.C. Stromberg

Publication Date:
2005

Abstract/Summary:
Understanding the role of seed banks can be important for designing restoration projects. Using the seedling emergence method, we investigated the soil seed banks of two montane, deciduous riparian forest ecosystems of southeastern Arizona. We contrasted the seed banks and extant vegetation of Ramsey Canyon, which is the site of riparian restoration activities, with that of Garden Canyon, which has been less affected by human land uses.

Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article

Source:
Biodiversity and Conservation

Link:
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs10531-004-7844-1