Refers to the total acreage in Wisconsin before European settlement and where it is generally found in the state. Contains general information. Describes the environmental conditions of the community. Describes the physical geography of where the community is found. Refers to the variety of plant species that are present or develop in the community.
Dominants modify the environment and affect the other members in the community.
Most forest communities are dominated by a very small number of tree species. Pertains to trees that are consistently present in the community. Trees not listed here but in the community may or may not be in a particular stand, or may be a rare species to the community. These are shrubs most likely present in the community. Refers to the pattern or physical organization of the forest.