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Document Type
Open Access
Degree Program
Plant Biology
Degree Type
Master of Science (M.S.)
Year Degree Awarded
January 2008
Month Degree Awarded
September
Keywords
Elaeagnus umbellata, soil nitrogen, invasion, facilitation
Abstract
Invasive species have become an increasing threat to many habitats worldwide. This research addressed the questions of whether several invasive woody plants can germinate, survive and grow in light levels typical of an undisturbed forest understory, and also whether alteration of the nitrogen cycle by one invader is likely to increase the rate of invasion by others.
Advisor(s) or Committee Chair
Harrington, Robin A