The influence of baboon predation and time in water on germination and early establishment of <i>Opuntia stricta</i> (Australian pest pear) in the Kruger National Park
The alien invader weed, Opuntia stricta Haw (family Cactaceae), is seriously threatening biodiversity in veld habitats of the Kruger National Park. Basic biological and ecological information on the establishment, growth and reproduction of the species is necessary for the development of effective s...
Main Authors: | W.D. Lotter, L. Thatcher, L. Rossouw, C.F. Reinhardt |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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AOSIS
1999-01-01
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Series: | Koedoe: African Protected Area Conservation and Science |
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Online Access: | http://www.koedoe.co.za/index.php/koedoe/article/view/220 |
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