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Rare and threatened Damasonium polyspermum Coss. (Alismataceae) discovered in Krka National park

The species Damasonium polyspermum, exceptionally rare in Croatia, has been found within Krka National park. This is the fourth known site of this strictly protected species in Croatia. It is associated with amphibian vegetation of the drawdown zone around temporary Mediterranean ponds, where livestock watering plays a key role in maintaining these fragile habitats. Propagation and ex-situ protection of D. polyspermum has been initiated within the Botanical Garden of Faculty of Science in Zagreb.

drawdown zone ; ex-situ protection ; livestock watering ; Mediterranean temporary pond ; southeast Europe

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