Biomass, nitrogen, and phosphorus allocation in parrotfeather (Myriophyllum aquaticum)

Seasonal patterns in allocation of biomass, nitrogen, and phosphorus in parrotfeather, Myriophyllum aquaticum (Vell.) Verd., were determined in a north-central California lake. Submersed rhizomes comprised 72 to 98% of the total biomass. Emergent biomass never comprised more than 24% of the total bi...

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Published in:Journal of aquatic plant management 1993-07, Vol.31, p.244-248
Main Authors: Sytsma, MD, Anderson, LWJ
Format: Article
Language:English
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Freshwater
Myriophyllum aquaticum
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Summary:Seasonal patterns in allocation of biomass, nitrogen, and phosphorus in parrotfeather, Myriophyllum aquaticum (Vell.) Verd., were determined in a north-central California lake. Submersed rhizomes comprised 72 to 98% of the total biomass. Emergent biomass never comprised more than 24% of the total biomass. Allocation to emergent biomass was greater in shallow (
ISSN:0146-6623