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Some observations on the autecology ofThemeda quadrivalvis (Linn.) O. Ktze. Var.Quadrivalvis

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Themeda quadrivalvis var.quadrivalvis has restricted geographical distribution. It, otherwise, dominates in low-lying areas at Sagar, M.P. (where the studies were undertaken). The grass community is kept fenced during the growth period. Underlying soils are stabilised, and moderately moist. The study reveals that the restricted distribution of the species is perhaps due to low migration capacity and low ecological amplitude. Success of the species to form almost pure stands, in its area of distribution, may be due to almost no seedling mortality and formation of simple aggregates. Further, the species yields a good bulk of hay. It has optimum feed value during the month of September.

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  1. Department of Botany, University School of Sciences, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad-9, India

    S. C. Pandeya

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Communicated by Professor T. S. Sadasivan,f.a.sc.

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Pandeya, S.C. Some observations on the autecology ofThemeda quadrivalvis (Linn.) O. Ktze. Var.Quadrivalvis . Proc. Indian Acad. Sci. 65, 63–75 (1967). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03052169

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