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Scientific journal publishing articles on aspects of plant community ecology and vegetation macroecology. Official journal of the International Association of Vegetation Science. *non-profit & society-run* https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/16541103

Journal of Vegetation & Applied Vegetation Science

Where are the biggest knowledge gaps in grassland ecology? The Palaearctic Grasslands Special Feature seeks studies from underrepresented regions and grassland types, particularly from Eastern Europe, the Mediterranean, and Asia. Learn more:

What drives biodiversity turnover along mountain gradients? Guo et al found that local species pools explain beta diversity of woody plants and soil microbes better than assembly processes, highlighting their importance for montane biodiversity.

Do grasslands respond the same way to woody encroachment everywhere? Sánchez-Carmona et al found consistent shifts in plant traits and diversity as shrub cover increased, but responses varied strongly among sites, highlighting the importance of local context.

Fernández-Menéndez et al link riparian plant diversity and functional traits to satellite greenness (NDVI/EVI) in Atlantic rivers. Relationships vary through the year, showing that phenology matters when using remote sensing to infer biodiversity.

How do nitrogen and fire interact in grasslands? Wheeler et al show nitrogen effects on diversity and composition depend on fire. In burned plots nitrogen increased diversity, while in unburned plots effects were weak or negative.

How do centuries of land use shape today’s forests? Diez et al show that historical deforestation in southern Germany still drives higher plant diversity and stronger community turnover today.

Ferrari et al show habitat structure and nesting disturbance, rather than soil properties alone, drive cryptogam diversity and turnover on Nelson Island. Local habitat filtering strongly shapes species composition across rocky outcrops.

How do Mediterranean woodlands expand after farmland abandonment? Bentley et al show Juniperus thurifera has tripled in cover over 34 years, but biomass depends on light, drought stress, and shrub competition along the expansion front.

Plakman & Bokhorst show bryophytes strongly shape seed germination and early vascular plant growth in sub-Arctic habitats. Effects depend on bryophyte species via microclimate, pH, moisture and surface structure, influencing plant establishment.

🌾 Call for Papers: Palaearctic Grasslands Special Feature We welcome contributions on grassland change, conservation, management and restoration across the Palaearctic region. Deadlines: 15 June / 31 Aug 2026 Info & submission: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/page/journal...

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