Research Article

Differences in Functional Trait Distribution between Inselberg and Adjacent Matrix Floras

Table 1

Inselberg insular guilds as defined by McGann [12].

GuildCategory of insularity

0Never found on inselbergs, taxa restricted to the surrounding vegetation
1Taxa always found in surrounding matrix but in low abundance on inselbergs
2Ubiquitous taxa found equally on inselbergs or the matrix
3Taxa common on inselbergs but occasionally found in the surrounding matrix
4Taxa restricted to inselbergs on the New England Batholith but found in other habitats elsewhere
5Taxa restricted to inselbergs and other rock outcrops throughout their distribution
6Taxa restricted to granitic inselbergs throughout their distribution