Elena Barni
A5013436879- Mediterranean and Iberian flora and fauna
- Botany and Plant Ecology Studies
- Ecology and Vegetation Dynamics Studies
- Plant and animal studies
- Species Distribution and Climate Change
- Mycorrhizal Fungi and Plant Interactions
- Plant Ecology and Soil Science
- Biological Control of Invasive Species
- Forest Insect Ecology and Management
- Forest Ecology and Biodiversity Studies
- Historical and Environmental Studies
- Plant Pathogens and Fungal Diseases
- Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation
- Urban Planning and Valuation
- Land Use and Ecosystem Services
- Rangeland and Wildlife Management
- Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies
- Peatlands and Wetlands Ecology
- Bryophyte Studies and Records
- Plant Parasitism and Resistance
- Environmental Conservation and Management
- Ecology and Conservation Studies
- Coastal wetland ecosystem dynamics
- Diverse academic and cultural studies
- Plant Toxicity and Pharmacological Properties
University of Turin
2012-2024
Centro di Ricerca per la Patologia Vegetale
2007
Abstract In this paper, we provide an overview of the distribution and invasive status non‐native species in Italian flora across its administrative regions, biogeographic regions main land use types, a synthesis current knowledge on threats they pose within country. The information plant collected during project "A survey flora" was used to compile comprehensive regional national databases. number given region increases proportion size, resident population density latitude, reaching highest...
Abstract Aims We introduce ReSurveyEurope — a new data source of resurveyed vegetation plots in Europe, compiled by collaborative network scientists. describe the scope this initiative, provide an overview currently available data, governance, contribution rules, and accessibility. In addition, we outline further steps, including potential research questions. Results includes from all habitats. Version 1.0 contains 283,135 observations (i.e., individual surveys each plot) 79,190 sampled 449...
Invasive alien species are among the main global drivers of biodiversity loss posing major challenges to nature conservation and managers protected areas. The present study applied a methodological framework that combined invasive Species Distribution Models, based on propagule pressure, abiotic biotic factors for 14 plants Union concern in Italy, with local interpretable model-agnostic explanation analysis aiming map, evaluate analyse risk plant invasions across country, inside outside...
Abstract The proliferation of ski run construction is a worldwide trend. machine-grading slopes involved during changes the physical, chemical and biological properties soil, having significant long-term ecological impact on environment. Establishing developing plant communities in these affected areas crucial rehabilitating biotic abiotic soil environment, while also improving slope stability reducing risk natural hazards. This study evaluates plant-soil effects subsequent restoration runs...
Lowland meadows represent aboveground and belowground biodiversity reservoirs in intensive agricultural areas, improving water retention filtration, ensuring forage production, contrasting erosion contributing to soil fertility carbon sequestration. Besides such major ecosystem services, the presence of functionally different plant species improves quality, nutritional value productivity, also limiting establishment weeds alien species. Here, we tested effectiveness a commercial seed mixture...
Construction of ski runs has a very heavy impact on alpine ecosystems since it results in total destruction the existing vegetation and profound alteration soil. Restoration work must thus set out to develop protective plant cover immediately promote re-establishment functional plant-soil system long term. The aims present study, conducted at Monterosa resort (Val d'Ayas, Aosta, Italy) were evaluate (1) how disturbance related run construction high altitude (2200–2600 m a.s.l.) affected soil...
According to projects and practices that the Italian botanists ecologists are carrying out for bringing "more nature in city", new insights a factual integration between ecological perspectives more consolidated aesthetic agronomic approaches sustainable planning management of urban green areas provided.
Abstract In this work the occurrence of non-native species was recorded along elevation gradient in Alps, order to establish their distribution pattern, current altitudinal limits and elucidate which are presumably adapted higher elevations. Plots were located course rivers five valleys from 100 2100 m a.s.l. Sixty-eight non-natives study area. The proportion invasives found be much area then whole administrative region. number per plot decreased strongly with increasing elevation. great...
The spread of the invasive and allergenic Ambrosia artemisiifolia L. in Italy was analysed mapped using distribution data from a wide range sources. occupies 1057 floristic quadrants which are mostly distributed Po plain. obtained represents basis to implement urgent management strategies.
The integration of international, national and local regulations is one the fundamental steps for preventing, controlling managing biological invasions. aim present study to analyse, first time, list all non-native plant species that are regulated in Italy by European, Italian regional legislation force. To date, there 147 taxa regulated. This number includes 36 invasive alien plants European Union concern additional 111 (95 16 collective taxa) have been listed at level alone. A total 19 95...
The present work is aimed at presenting the data, methods and criteria that are being used for assessment of ecosystem collapse risk in Italy.
ABSTRACT The choice of suitable sites for establishment a new population species is the first step in translocation programme. However, evaluation large number can be demanding time and money; practitioners need time‐ cost‐effective tools. A predictive model preliminary potential reintroduction was developed using endangered quillwort Isoëtes malinverniana as case study. reliability three water habitat variables (pH, conductivity, clarity) predictors presence/absence I. tested. Three sets...
AbstractWe modeled the distribution of South African alien Senecio inaequidens DC. in Aosta Valley, Western Italian Alps, using data extracted from Regional floristic database and an intensive field survey carried out years 2009–2010. The aims work were (1) to evaluate whether species is introduction, colonization, or establishment stage invasion, (2) detect environmental factors that drive invasion process, (3) highlight potential range species. modeling framework was a stepwise generalized...
Alien invasive plants threaten biodiversity, productivity and ecosystem functioning throughout the world. We examined effect of Fallopia japonica on two native grassland species (Trifolium repens, Lolium perenne). hypothesized that its negative effects are dependent three mechanisms: (i) allelochemicals released accumulated in soil with a history invasion, (ii) altered biota (iii) direct resource competition. measured response as difference their functional traits when grown under...
In recent decades, multiple actions have been taken to counteract the relentless expansion of invasive alien species as well gain a better understanding their effects on ecosystems. Here, we describe approach designed by Italian Botanical Society that is aimed at selecting list candidate plants be subjected prioritization procedure. We selected total 96 basis data related occurrence both national and regional scale, invasiveness potential invade plant communities and/or habitats community...
Abstract Scientific publications on the conservation of threatened species can drive practical solutions for endangered species. Yet, a posteriori assessment impact such is rarely seen in scientific literature. The two articles published Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems ( AQC ) quillwort Isoëtes malinverniana assessed. were result 10‐year study focal that eventually led to first reintroduction I. malinverniana. article described development cost‐effective model...