Trait covariance supports low-latitude adaptation of Spartina alterniflora in China (IMAGE)

Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences

Trait covariance supports low-latitude adaptation of Spartina alterniflora in China

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This conceptual graphical abstract shows that earlier first ramet emergence is associated with greater ramet production in invasive Spartina alterniflora. The pattern is strongest in low-latitude populations near the equator, suggesting that coordinated clonal traits help the species adapt locally and spread successfully in warmer coastal habitats.

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Xincong Chen and Yihui Zhang

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