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The Impact Of Invasive Species Management Strategies On The Population Dynamics Of Castor Bean (Ricinus Communis L., Euphorbiaceae) At Two Southern California Costal Habitats, Victor D. Carmona
Victor D. Carmona-Galindo
The diverse uses of Ricinus communis L. (Castor bean) in herbalism, agriculture, and horticulture have facilitated the worldwide dispersal of this r-selected species. Management strategies to eradicate R. communis in southern California have largely relied on manual labor, which in turn is limited by budget. This study assesses how two different invasive species management strategies in southern California impact the survivorship and fecundity of naturalized R. communis populations. Our findings suggest that documenting patterns of survival and reproduction serve as a tool for the adaptive management of invasive species eradication efforts.