Authors:
McKay, J.K., C.E. Christian, S. Harrison and K.J. Rice
Publication Date:
2005
Abstract/Summary:
Here we focus on genetic concerns arising from
ongoing restoration efforts, where often little is known about ‘‘How local is local?’’ (i.e., the geographic or environmental scale over which plant species are adapted). We review the major issues regarding gene flow and local adaptation in the restoration of natural plant populations.
Finally, we offer some practical, commonsense guidelines for the consideration of genetic structure when restoring natural plant populations.
Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article
Source:
Restoration Ecology
Link:
http://www.lerf.esalq.usp.br/divulgacao/recomendados/artigos/mckay2005.pdf