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The influence of soil moisture on losses of buried seeds to fungi
Author(s): M. Schafer and P. M. Kotanen
Month: Dec
Year: 2003
Journal: Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology
Volume: 24
Issue: 5-6
Pages: 255-263
Article Topic(s): Fungi,Pathology
Research Setting(s): Field
Species Referenced: Glyceria striata (Fowl mannagrass),
Abstract
Researches the effects of soil fungi on the germination of buried seeds of four grass species, including Glyceria striata. The article concludes that fungi may negatively affect buried seeds, particularly in wetter soils.Suggested Citation
M. Schafer and P. M. Kotanen. "The influence of soil moisture on losses of buried seeds to fungi." Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology 24.5-6 (2003): 255-263.Go back