Authors:
Gondard, H., S. Jauffret, J. Aronson and S. Lavorel
Publication Date:
2003
Abstract/Summary:
We discuss the relevance and the use of plant functional types (PFTs) as tools for ecosystem management and planning and for monitoring restoration in southern Europe, northern Africa and elsewhere. Using this approach it is possible to improve management strategies for the conservation, restoration and sustainable exploitation of biodiversity and of ecosystems.
Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article
Source:
Applied Vegetation Science
Link:
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1654-109X.2003.tb00583.x/epdf