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Multiple Causes of Seedling Rarity in Scrub Plum, Prunus Geniculata (Rosaceae), an Endangered Shrub of the Florida Scrub
Author(s): C. W. Weekley, D. N. Zaya, E. S. Menges and A. E. Faivre
Month: Jan
Year: 2010
Publication Type: Article
Journal: American Journal of Botany
Volume: 97
Issue: 1
Pages: 144-155
Article Topic(s): Disturbance, Germination, Pollination, Rare plants
Research Setting(s): Scrub
Species Referenced: Prunus geniculata (Scrub plum),
Abstract
Investigates potential causes of seedling rarity in Prunus geniculata by studying its breeding system, fruit development, and germination ecology. Results indicate that seedling recruitment is likely limited by multiple factors including reproductive failure, seed predation, low germination.Suggested Citation
C. W. Weekley, D. N. Zaya, E. S. Menges and A. E. Faivre. "Multiple Causes of Seedling Rarity in Scrub Plum, Prunus Geniculata (Rosaceae), an Endangered Shrub of the Florida Scrub." American Journal of Botany 97.1 (2010): 144-155.Go back