Among the weedy plant species, Johnsongrass (Sorghum halepense) is one of the most
destructive. Johnsongrass has invaded new habitats beyond its native Eurasian origin by …

Aims Although leaf and root traits may change considerably throughout plant development,
ontogenetic variation is rarely considered in trait-based ecology. Studies focused on how …

Although preference for NH4+, NO3− or a combination of the two often differs among
species, we know little about the responses of invasive plants to different inorganic N forms …

Background Rising CO 2 is expected to result in changes in plant traits that will increase
plant productivity for some functional groups. Differential plant responses to elevated CO 2 …

Increases in carbon dioxide (CO2), temperature, and precipitation can have varying effects
on environmental conditions and resources affecting species' performance and overall …

Aims Change in nitrogen (N) availability regulates phosphorus (P) acquisition and
potentially alters the competition among native species and invasive weeds. This study …

The UN “Decade on ecosystem restoration” demands urgent actions to bring back native
ecosystems from degraded lands. Tree seedlings are widely available for restoration …

Invasive plant species often dominate native species in competition, augmenting other
potential advantages such as release from natural enemies. Resource pre-emption may be …

Physiological traits are critical factors in species invasion success. It is generally accepted
that invasive alien species (IAS) are more efficient at resource acquisition and/or use than …

Abstract Background and Aims Soil nutrient heterogeneity has been proposed to influence
competitive outcomes among different plant species. Thus, it is crucial to understand the …