Seeds are a critical and limited resource for restoring biodiversity and ecological function to
degraded and fragmented ecosystems. Cleaning and quality testing are two key steps in the …

Variation in dormancy thresholds among species is rarely studied but may provide a basis to
better understand the mechanisms controlling population persistence. Incorporating …

Plant regeneration by seeds is highly sensitive to temperature stress, particularly in the
gametophyte stage. However, most of the existing research has focused on one single stage …

Background and aims Cyanobacteria from biocrusts can enhance soil function and structure,
a critical objective when restoring degraded dryland ecosystems. Large-scale restoration of …

Pathogen spillover occurs when disease levels for a given population are driven by
transmission from a reservoir species that carries a high pathogen load. Pathogen spillover …

Background and aims Understanding the mechanistic effects of climate change on species
key life-history stages is essential for predicting ecological responses. In fire-prone regions …

Fire has long shaped biological responses of plants and plant communities in many
ecosystems; yet, uncontrolled wildfire frequently puts people and infrastructure at risk. Fuel …

Native seed underpins the success of most terrestrial restoration efforts globally; however,
the fragility of the native seed supply chain presents a key challenge to achieving global …

As climatic conditions change, species will be forced to move or adapt to avoid extinction.
Exacerbated by ongoing climate change, California recently experienced a severe and …

Dormancy and germination requirements determine the timing and magnitude of seedling
emergence, with important consequences for seedling survival and growth. Physiological …