Loamy Bottom, Woodland 10"-13" p.z.
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Description
Mesquite canopy intact, and groundwater table within normal range. Non-native annual forbs and grasses, such as London rocket and foxtail barley, dominate the understory. Shrubs and succulents are sparsely present. No flooding occurs.
Description
Mesquite bosque absent, and groundwater table within normal range. Initially, native annual forbs and grasses occupy the site, with some patches of non-native annuals. With time, desert broom, greythorn and other shrubs come to dominate the community, with patches of perennial grasses occurring in depressions.
Description
Water table depleted. Mesquite bosque has altered to a shrubby aspect with a 5%-20% canopy, intermingled with greythorn and other large shrubs.
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