Conservation research of Lithops N.E.Br. in Namibia and South Africa - a multi-decade term project
The approach to the conservation of Lithops plants in habitat is outlined in the light of the paucity of scientific information on the ecology and population dynamics of the genus. The current on-going conservation research programmes are briefly discussed and some preliminary results of the pro-active conservation efforts given. It is concluded that the preservation of in habitat colonies is the best conservation strategy but long-term re-introduction of cultivated plants can be used in some cases.
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