Habitat, occurrence and conservation of Saharo-Arabian-Turanian element Forsskaolea tenacissima L. in the Iberian Peninsula |
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Authors: | Javier Cabello Domingo Alcaraz Francisco Gmez-Mercado Juan F Mota Javier Navarro Julio Peas Esther Gimnez |
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Institution: | Departamento de Biología Vegetal y Ecología, Universidad de Almería, E-04120, Almería, Spain |
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Abstract: | The aim of this study is to assess the Iberian populations of Forsskaolea tenacissima L. according to its biogeographical interest, habitat, geographical range and conservation status. Results point out that they are restricted to gravel wadis of Tabernas Desert (SE Spain), are scarcely included in protected areas and represent historically isolated populations with relict behaviour. We also describe a new association, Senecioni-Forsskaoleetum tenacissimae. Conservation status of species is cause for concern and two conservation actions must be carried out. Firstly, protected areas should house Forsskaolea populations and secondly, phytosociological characterization of a community allows inventorying its habitat and directing conservation efforts to community level. |
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Keywords: | biodiversity flora phytosociology protected areas reduced geographical range relict populations semi-arid ecosystems Tabernas Desert |
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