Publications by authors named "Stephen P Maurano"
Article Synopsis
- The study focuses on identifying the key factors threatening the endangered plant species Cordylanthus rigidus ssp. littoralis in California, including host availability, mammalian herbivores, insect seed predators, fire suppression, and competition from exotic species.
- It found that a lack of host plants significantly limits the plant’s growth and reproductive success, while herbivory from mammals and seed predation by insects also drastically reduce its population.
- The results suggest that effective management and recovery strategies for C.r.l. must target competition with invasive species and consider the various interactions between these limiting factors.
