Litter decomposition in fynbos vegetation, South Africa

Volume: 47, Pages: 100 - 105
Published: Apr 1, 2012
Abstract
The Western Cape of South Africa is characterized by the hyperdiverse vegetation of the Fynbos biome. Typical fynbos vegetation is a fire-adapted sclerophyllous Mediterranean-type ecosystem on poor, sandy or stony soils. It is characterized by plants with low nutrient content producing slowly decomposing litter. Fire is recognized as a major factor for carbon and nutrient cycling in this vegetation type. However, knowledge of biological...
Paper Details
Title
Litter decomposition in fynbos vegetation, South Africa
Published Date
Apr 1, 2012
Volume
47
Pages
100 - 105
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