Micro-site influence on seed longevity and seedling emergence of a bunchgrass (Themeda triandra) in a semi-arid savanna

Abstract

Reports on a study conducted to determine whether a seed-reproducing perennial grass could form a persistent seed bank, and if this depended on micro-sites under field conditions. Also addresses the influence of micro-site onthe temporal patterns of emergence. Illustrates with tables and graphs

Keywords: Bunchgrass; Germination; Persistent seed bank; Seed longevity; Seed mortality; Themeda triandra; seed; seedling; emergence; savanna; adelaide district; eastern cape; south africa; seed bank; botany

African Journal of Range & Forage Science, Vol. 14, Iss 1, p.7–11