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RESEARCH LITERATURE

The Research Literature database was created and funded by the Florida Wildflower Foundation. Use the search features below to find scientific articles on native wildflowers that are commercially available or used in restoration projects.

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Seed fall and field germination of needlerush, Juncus effusus L

Author(s): G. N. Ervin and R. G. Wetzel

Month: Nov
Year: 2001

Publication Type: Article
Journal: Aquatic Botany
Volume: 71
Issue: 3
Pages: 233-237

Article Topic(s): Germination
Research Setting(s): Wetland

Species Referenced: Juncus effusus (Common rush),

Abstract

Seed rain and germination rates were quantified for Juncus effusus. Four million seeds/m2 were produced during the growing season. 5% of seed germinated over a 3 month field study.

Suggested Citation

G. N. Ervin and R. G. Wetzel. "Seed fall and field germination of needlerush, Juncus effusus L." Aquatic Botany 71.3 (2001): 233-237.

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ISSN: 0304-3770
DOI: 10.1016/S0304-3770(01)00190-5

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