Reintroduction of Baptisia aberrans in a Piedmont Diabase Glade
Abstract
The recently named species Baptisia aberrans has been classified as endangered in
the state of North Carolina. As a new species, its ideal growth conditions and variations
from other Baptisia species are poorly understood. To better understand the growth
and preferences of B. aberrans, it was introduced to a new location in a historical
Diabase Glade in the Piedmont of North Carolina. Seeds were planted in a heated greenhouse
and gradually transitioned outdoors before being transplanted to the site. Once transplanted,
the seedlings were monitored for growth, and various site characteristics were recorded.
Herbivory, elevation, and phosphorus predicted stem growth across the entire population.
When plants marked by herbivory were excluded from analysis, moisture, burned status,
slope, and elevation predicted stem growth. Moisture conditions appear to be important
for B. aberrans establishment. Protection from herbivory and prescribed burning are
recommended as part of management for this species.
Type
Master's projectDepartment
Nicholas School of the EnvironmentSubject
Baptisia aberransPiedmont Prairie
rare plant
population establishment
restoration
Eastern Prairie Blue Wild Indigo
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