Modelling the variables influencing Protea repens cone production in Fynbos floristic region, South Africa

A Proteaceae cone, by Abu Shawka [CC0], from Wikimedia Commons

Introduction

The survival and reproductive success of a species depends on its abiotic and biotic environment. A plant having enough light, water and soil nutrients in its optimum abiotic environment still has to cope with competitors. Competition is an important factor…