Is Fusarium a causal organism in cheatgrass die-off
Publication Year
2013
Body
Humans have had a significant impact on shrublands of the western United States; most notable is the accidental introduction of cheatgrass (Bromus tectorum) into the Great Basin. This causes massive ecosystem disruption resulting in increased size and frequency of wildfires. Cheatgrass germinates quickly, making it extremely competitive with native species. In some areas, cheatgrass monocultures have been observed to experience complete stand failure-a phenomenon referred to as
Language
eng
Additional Information
JanaLynn Franke, Susan Meyers, Brad Geary, Travis Poh, Sam Saunders --- Brigham Young University, Utah, USA
Collection
SRM Annual Meeting Abstracts
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