Loamy Wet Bottomland
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Description
The historical reference state for this ecological site was old growth bottomland forest. Historically, Loamy Floodplain Step Forests in the Ouachita Mountains were on relatively stable floodplain positions that flooded approximately once every 3 to 5 years. This state was dominated by a variety of mesic species such as sugar maple, northern red oak, and bitternut hickory. Maximum tree age was likely 150 to 200 years. The understory was complex, with multiple layers of shade-tolerant species. A highly diverse ground flora was also present.
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