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Cynodon dactylon and Sediment Interaction in the Three Gorges Reservoir: Insights from a Three-Year Study

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  • Xuemei Yi

    (Chongqing Institute of Green and Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China)

  • Yuanyang Huang

    (School of Water Conservancy Engineering, Chongqing Water Resources and Electric Engineering College, Chongqing 402160, China)

  • Qiao Xing

    (Chongqing River Affairs Center, Chongqing 401147, China)

  • Qiao Chen

    (Chongqing Institute of Green and Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China)

  • Shengjun Wu

    (Chongqing Institute of Green and Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China)

Abstract

Sediment deposition is critical in maintaining riparian plant communities by providing essential nutrients and posing growth challenges. This study focuses on Cynodon dactylon , a dominant clonal species in the riparian zones of the Three Gorges Reservoir, and its interaction with sediment deposition over three years. Results indicated an average sediment deposition depth of 2.85 cm in the lower riparian regions. Observations revealed that C. dactylon coverage increased progressively at lower elevations despite its dominance diminishing with rising elevation levels. Additionally, positive linear correlations between C. dactylon coverage and sediment deposition depths were identified during flood periods, underscoring the species’ role in enhancing sediment deposition. These findings suggest that C. dactylon plays a significant role in sediment accumulation, which may bolster its growth and survival prospects during subsequent growing cycles. The study highlights the importance of riparian vegetation, mainly perennial clonal species like C. dactylon, in promoting sediment accumulation and contributing to the stability and functionality of riparian ecosystems.

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  • Xuemei Yi & Yuanyang Huang & Qiao Xing & Qiao Chen & Shengjun Wu, 2024. "Cynodon dactylon and Sediment Interaction in the Three Gorges Reservoir: Insights from a Three-Year Study," Land, MDPI, vol. 13(9), pages 1-10, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jlands:v:13:y:2024:i:9:p:1373-:d:1465254
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