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Mediterranean-Type Heathlands and Sclerophyllous Shrublands of the World: An Overview

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The mediterranean regions of the world are defined by the distinctive annual climatic sequence in which a hot, dry summer alternates with a cool to cold, humid period lasting for a period of 5–10 months from autumn through winter to spring. This characteristic climate is found on all continents.

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  1. R. L. Specht
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  1. Department of Environment Affairs and Fisheries, South African Forestry Research Institute, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa

    Frederick J. Kruger

  2. Department of Botany, University of Cape Town, Rondebosch, South Africa

    Derek T. Mitchell

  3. Department of Zoology, University of Cape Town, Rondebosch, South Africa

    Jennifer U. M. Jarvis

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Specht, R.L., Moll, E.J. (1983). Mediterranean-Type Heathlands and Sclerophyllous Shrublands of the World: An Overview. In: Kruger, F.J., Mitchell, D.T., Jarvis, J.U.M. (eds) Mediterranean-Type Ecosystems. Ecological Studies, vol 43. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-68935-2_2

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