Moreover, Mediterranean forests contain an ample, plant and animal biological diversity, exemplified by the large number of tree species as compared to Nordic forests, and by their relatively high genetic variability due to the survival of many conifer and broadleaf species in southern European refuges, during the glacial periods.
Under conditions of ample plant nutrient availability, the primary plant metabolism, responsible for growth processes, is generally emphasized.
Through the 1990s the farms of the American Midwest were an Eden of food and protection for monarchs, with ample milkweed plants springing up within crop rows.
Wedding guests will be surrounded by walls transformed into what Thropp calls "a big lattice nightmare," plus Astroturf walkways and ample plastic plants.
Human habitat in the hunting-gathering stage was essentially on hilly, rocky and forested regions, which had ample wild plant and animal food resources.
There is ample room for plants, tables and chairs on each.
But to take advantage of that ample energy, the plants also have to contend with cold temperatures and harsh ultraviolet rays, not to mention weather that can turn on a dime.
The wildland-urban interface has a greater chance of being impacted by fire because it typically has ample fuel sources, plants within the landscape, and structures that can burn.
Thus, there is little doubt that many insect species use alkenes as communication signals, and consequently, there are ample opportunities for plants to mimic such signals to abuse insects as pollinators, such as by "sexual swindle" in Ophrys [ 17].
Vegan athletes are at an advantage because, to give muscles fuel, they need ample carbohydrates – and plant-based sources of protein such as nuts, beans, root vegetables and grains are higher in carbohydrates than meat or fish.
