Articles with "spring ephemeral" as a keyword



Evaluating the definition and distribution of spring ephemeral wildflowers in eastern North America.

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Published in 2024 at "American journal of botany"

DOI: 10.1002/ajb2.16323

Abstract: PREMISE The herbaceous layer accounts for the majority of plant biodiversity in eastern North American forests, encompassing substantial variation in life history strategy and function. One group of early-season herbaceous understory species, colloquially referred to… read more here.

Keywords: eastern north; spring ephemeral; north america; strategy ... See more keywords

Trade-off strategies between growth and defense of spring ephemeral plants in early spring

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Published in 2025 at "Frontiers in Plant Science"

DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2025.1503169

Abstract: Introduction Spring ephemeral plants represent a unique ecological category of herbaceous plants, characterized by early blooming and vivid flowers with significant ornamental value. Understanding the adaptive strategies of spring ephemerals is crucial for the introduction… read more here.

Keywords: spring; ephemeral plants; spring ephemeral; spring ephemerals ... See more keywords

Pollination Strategies of Eranthis stellata (Ranunculaceae), a Spring Ephemeral with Elaborate Petals

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Published in 2025 at "Biology"

DOI: 10.3390/biology14070804

Abstract: Simple Summary Eranthis stellata has dichogamous flowers in which the stamens started shedding pollen continuously for three to four days. Floral nectar secretion began when the sepals opened and lasted until the petals were shed.… read more here.

Keywords: stellata ranunculaceae; ranunculaceae spring; pollination strategies; eranthis stellata ... See more keywords

Phenological Patterns in the Desert Spring Ephemeral Astragalus holmgreniorum Barneby (Fabaceae)

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Published in 2019 at "Western North American Naturalist"

DOI: 10.3398/064.079.0303

Abstract: Abstract. Herbaceous perennial species may exhibit winter or summer dormancy, or they may be spring ephemerals with dormancy extending from summer through winter. Herbaceous perennials, and spring ephemerals in particular, are most common in strongly… read more here.

Keywords: holmgreniorum barneby; precipitation; spring ephemeral; barneby fabaceae ... See more keywords