An ecological study of the major vegetation communities of the Vaalbos National Park, northern Cape. 1. The Than-Droogeveld section

Abstract

A detailed classification, description and mapping of the Than-Droogeveld section of the Vaalbos National Park, N Cape Province, were initiated. Using a numerical classification technique (TWINSPAN) as a first approximation, the classification was refined by applying Braun-Blanquet procedures. A hierarchical classification, as well as description, ecological interpretation and a vegetation map are presented. In the phytosociological table 11 major plant communities are recognized. -from Author