Gulf of Mexico. Mangrove forests are distributed along the topographical gradients of coastal
areas, where variations in salinity and flooding influence the composition and primary
production of these forests. This study evaluated the structural attributes and production of
leaf litter of mangrove species in Mecoacán Lagoon. We established six monitoring sites
and studied the floristic composition, diameter at breast height (DBH), and density of adult,
juvenile and recruited trees, as well as seedling density; additionally, the basal area …

unknown. Abstract: Mangroves are tropical species established along topographic gradients
in coastal areas, where variations in salinity and flooding periods influence the composition
and characteristics of primary productivity. In this paper the structural attributes and litter
production of mangroves of the Mecoacan lagoon, Gulf of Mexico were evaluated. In six
monitoring sites the floristic composition, diameter at breast height (DBH), height, density
mature mangrove trees, juveniles, recruits and seedlings, extraction and mortality were …