Overall seed dispersal effectiveness is lower in endemic Trillium species than in their widespread congeners.
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DOI: 10.1002/ajb2.1188
Abstract: PREMISE OF THE STUDY Comparing ecological attributes of endemic species with related, widespread species can reveal differences accounting for rarity. Forests of the southeastern United States are home to many range-restricted endemic and widespread species… read more here.
Keywords: seed; widespread species; trillium species; dispersal ... See more keywords
Human activities have opposing effects on distributions of narrow-ranged and widespread plant species in China
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DOI: 10.1073/pnas.1911851116
Abstract: Significance Human activities can drive both species’ range contractions and expansions. Species’ responses to human activities are suggested to be influenced by their geographic range sizes. Here, we test the idea that human impacts cause… read more here.
Keywords: widespread species; narrow ranged; range filling; human activities ... See more keywords