Authors:
Palik,B.J., P.C. Goebel, L.K. Kirkman and L. West
Publication Date:
2000
Abstract/Summary:
Hierarchy theory provides a conceptual approach for predicting plant communities of disturbed ecosystems and, ultimately, for prioritizing restoration efforts. We demonstrate this approach using a landscape in southwestern Georgia, USA. Specifically, we used an existing hierarchical ecosystem classification, based on geomorphology, soil, and vegetation, to identify reference plant communities for each type of ecosystem in the landscape.
Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article
Source:
Ecological Applications
Link:
https://www.nrs.fs.fed.us/pubs/jrnl/2000/nc_2000_Palik_001.pdf