Growth habits of New Zealand subalpine shrubs and trees

Abstract

Information about aspect of the vegetative growth of the aerial parts of 22 representative species of subalpine shrubs and trees is presented under the following headings:the annual formation of growth rin,lts, bud scars and other indications of periodicity of growth; appearance of annual growth rings; nature of apical buds; annual cycle of growth in length; persistence of leaves; growth rates; growth form and stature; conclusions. © Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.