Influence of Forest floor and moisture conditions on seed germination and establishment of seedlings of Brachylaena huillensis
1995
Kigomo, B. N.
This paper shows how investigations were carried out in Karura and Muguga forests with the objective of finding out the influence of forest floor and moisture conditions on the low regeneration of Brachylaena hullesis in the forests. The investigation focused on aspects of field seed germination, seedling establishment conditions and available moisture. The ecological implications of the study results on the regeneration of the tree were also considered. Germination and seedling survival were influenced by the amount and distribution of moisture. Litter reduced germination rates, and survival of germinated seedlings, but only when moisture was limiting.
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