Strukturanalyse einer 1-ha Fläche tropischen Terra Firme-Waldes in Französisch-Guayana (English shop)

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Bernhard Lohr’s dissertation examines the vegetation structure of a tropical terra firme forest in French Guiana.
The research focuses on a one-hectare study area near Saut Pararé in the Les Nouragues National Park.
Its primary objective is to characterize the horizontal and vertical structure of a species-rich tropical lowland rainforest.
The investigation records tree species, individual abundance, stem diameters, tree heights, and additional morphological characteristics.
Forest stand analysis incorporates species abundance, dominance, frequency, and the importance value index.
Particular attention is given to vegetation distribution across different height classes and developmental stages.
Another major research component examines leaf size as an ecologically significant plant characteristic.
The study investigates relationships between leaf area, tree height, forest stratification, and developmental phases.
Plant species are assigned to ecological guilds according to their roles within forest stand development.
Vegetation profiles and statistical analyses illustrate spatial patterns and structural differences within the forest.
The research also considers potential relationships between leaf characteristics and vertical microclimatic gradients.
Overall, the dissertation contributes to understanding vegetation structure and plant ecology in tropical rainforest ecosystems.