Fire frequency and tree canopy structure influence plant species diversity in a forest-grassland ecotone

Grassland
Written By Canadian Prairies Prescribed Fire Exchange

Citation

Peterson, D.W. and Reich, P.B. 2007. Fire frequency and tree canopy structure influence plant species diversity in a forest-grassland ecotone. Plant Ecology. 194:5-6.

Study Community: Grassland
Country: USA
Study Location: Cedar Creek, Minnesota
Latitude: 45.25 Longitude: -93.1
Burn Frequency: Multiple
Grazed: Yes

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