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Decreasing the abundance of Juncus effusus on former agricultural lands with noncalcareous sandy soils: Possible effects of liming and soil removal
Author(s): A. J. P. Smolders, Echet Lucassen, M. van der Aalst, L. P. M. Lamers and J. G. M. Roelofs
Month: Jun
Year: 2008
Publication Type: Article
Journal: Restoration Ecology
Volume: 16
Issue: 2
Pages: 240-248
Research Setting(s): Agricultural,Wetland
Species Referenced: Juncus effusus (Common rush),
Abstract
Examines the relationship between nutrient availability and Juncus effusus growth in the Netherlands. Former agricultural available for restoration have formed extensive monotypic stands of J. effusus. The growth of J. effusus on wet soils is determined by the phosphorus concentration. The article concludes that topsoil removal is likely necessary in noncalcareous sandy soils to create P limitation. Liming may enhance the quality of the soil after topsoil removal.Suggested Citation
A. J. P. Smolders, Echet Lucassen, M. van der Aalst, L. P. M. Lamers and J. G. M. Roelofs. "Decreasing the abundance of Juncus effusus on former agricultural lands with noncalcareous sandy soils: Possible effects of liming and soil removal." Restoration Ecology 16.2 (2008): 240-248.Go back