Floristic and vegetational status of Pitch and Tar Swamp, Jamestown Island
North GB. 1984. Floristic and vegetational status of Pitch and Tar Swamp, Jamestown Island. Mid-Atlantic Region (MAR) Research/Resources Management Report. MAR-6. US Department of The Interior, National Park Service, Colonial National Historical Park. Yorktown, VA
Baseline water, soil, and vascular plant community characteristics of the titled area were recorded. An analysis of the western three acres of Pitch and Tar Swamp on Jamestown Island to determine whether changes in vegetation are occurring or imminent. Describes the study area and methods used, provides results of water, soil, and plant analysis, and age and condition of trees. Supplies conclusions and recommendations. Includes a plant checklist.
- Type
- Published Report
- Authors
- North, Gretchen
- Date of Issue
- 1984-01
- Publisher
- US Department of The Interior, National Park Service, Colonial National Historical Park
- Units
- COLO
- Keywords
- Checklist, Flora, Jamestown Island, Pitch and Tar Swamp, Plant Studies, Vegetation Change