Sandy Bottom, Woodland 7" - 10" p.z.
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Description
Non-native Riparian Woodland reflects the presence of saltcedar and other non-natives within all waterways in this MLRA. System functions are similar to State 1; frequent flooding and scouring disturbance is needed for cottonwood-willow regeneration; saltcedar does not dominate community.
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Mechanism
Non-native species introduction
Mechanism
Nonspecific transition process. Several mechanisms, including upstream dam construction and groundwater pumping, can alter site hydrology. Saltcedar is known to colonize site after flood events.
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