Project:BB|3411

Title
Alien invasive plants in a changing climate
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StartDate
2009-01-01
EndDate
2010-12-01
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Abstract

Alien invasive plants in a changing climate: The objective is to assess evolutionary processes at work in alien invasive species using two contrasted species (Senecio inaequidens and the complex Fallopia japonica-F. sachalinensis). In Fallopia we test the hypothesis that hybridization contributes to the invasive success of the complex. We examine variation of fitness-related traits (functional traits) and compare phenotypic plasticity in different genotypes (RAPD).In Senecio inaequidens, we wil compare patterns of genetic variation of neutral markers (SSR) and of fiteness-related traits along altitudinal gradients.

Keywords

Fallopia, Senecio inaequidens, hybridization, invasion, phenotypic plasticity, adaptation, evolution.

Classifications

Plant Systematics, Taxonomy and Phylogeny {Research discipline}
Terrestrial Ecology {Research discipline}
Life Histories (incl. Population Ecology) {Research discipline}
Biogeography {Research discipline}
Origins, Maintenance and Change of Biodiversity {Research orientation}
Identification and Monitoring {Research purpose}
Impact Assessment and Minimizing Adverse Impacts {Research purpose}
Magnoliophyta {Taxonomical scope}

Fundings

Name Role Amount
FRFC unknown

People

Name Role Start End
Meerts, Pierre member 2006-01-01 2010-12-01

Orgunits

Name Role Start End
Laboratory of Plant Ecology and Biogeochemistry member 2006-01-01 2010-12-01
Biodiversity and Landscape Unit member 2009-01-01 2010-12-01

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