Browsing by Supervisor "Gemmill, Chrissen E.C."
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A study on molecular systematics of the Antarctic Bryum species and the development of microsatellite DNA markers in Bryum argenteum Hedw.
(The University of Waikato, 2000)The "silver" species Bryum subrotundifolium Jaeg. (Bryaceae) in Antarctica has undergone numerous taxonomic revisions. This research used the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) sequences of nuclear ribosomal DNA (nrDNA) to ... -
A Taxonomic Review of Corybas rivularis (Orchidaceae) - Inferred from Molecular and Morphological Analyses
(University of Waikato, 2016)This research has expanded the level of precision utilised in critically examining the morphology of Corybas rivularis Rchb.f (Orchidaceae), related species and undescribed populations. Corybas rivularis and related species ... -
Development of microsatellite markers for Antarctic Bryum Hedw. species
(The University of Waikato, 2002)The objective of this thesis was to isolate microsatellite markers using the Glenn (2001) method from the species Bryum argenteum so as to be able to study these markers in Antarctic populations of Bryum species. Microsatellite ... -
Ecological, genetic and cultural status of Solanum aviculare, poroporo (Solanaceae)
(The University of Waikato, 2010)Solanum aviculare, endemic to Australasia, is an opportunist pioneer secondary successional plant occupying disturbed and open lowland habitats, and was an important medicinal and cultural species to Māori known as poroporo. ... -
An evaluation of tall fescue (Lolium arundinaceum) as an alternative to perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne) for use on dairy farms in the Waikato
(University of Waikato, 2011)Grazed pasture provides the bulk of feed on New Zealand dairy farms. As such, the amount, and the nutritive value, of the pasture grown directly influences farm production and profitability. In the Waikato (North Island, ... -
Evolution of the genera Vitex (Lamiaceae) and Zygogynum (Winteraceae) on New Caledonia
(University of Waikato, 2013)The New Caledonia archipelago is home to a richly diverse flora including a disproportionate number of lineages whose heritage can be traced to ancient Gondwana. Much of this species richness is owed to the complex geologic ... -
Foraging behaviours of translocated takahē (Porphyrio hochstetteri) at two contrasting sites, New Zealand
(University of Waikato, 2014)The South Island takahē (Porphyrio hochstetteri) is an endangered ground-dwelling species, endemic to New Zealand. To prevent the species’ extinction, individuals were translocated to protected sites, such as off-shore ... -
Identifying Host Species of Dactylanthus taylorii using DNA Barcoding
(University of Waikato, 2015)The population of the endangered endemic holoparasitic plant, Dactylanthus taylorii Hook F. (Balanophoraceae), in Pureora Forest Park was selected as the trial population for developing a method to accurately identify host ... -
Molecular Systematics of the New Caledonian Cryptocaryeae (Lauraceae)
(University of Waikato, 2017)New Caledonia is an archipelago located in the southwest pacific. It has a tropical climate influenced by the surrounding sea and is recognised as a “biodiversity hotspot”. The flora of New Caledonia is poorly understood ... -
Phylogenetic relationships of the New Zealand Pittosporum (Pittosporaceae) inferred from ITS sequences of rDNA
(The University of Waikato, 2001)Sequence data from the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region of nuclear ribosomal DNA was collected from almost all of the New Zealand Pittosporum species, as well as representatives from other areas and- other genera ... -
Physiological constraints on the latitudinal distribution of the mangrove Avicennia marina (Forsk.) Vierh. subsp. australasica (Walp.) J. Everett in New Zealand
(The University of Waikato, 2006)New Zealand's only mangrove species, Avicennia marina (Forsk.) Vierh. subsp. australasica (Walp) Everett (Avicenniaceae), has a clearly defined southern natural limit around latitude 38° S. Historically, this has been ... -
Population Genetics and Autecology of the Endemic Shrub Epiphyte Pittosporum cornifolium
(University of Waikato, 2011)A comprehensive investigation of the population genetics and autecology of the endemic New Zealand shrub epiphyte Pittosporum cornifolium (Pittosporaceae) is presented. Pittosporum cornifolium has a wide geographic range ... -
Restiad bog development and nutrient dynamics of the dominant species
(The University of Waikato, 2005)Vegetation and peat in lowland restiad (dominated by Restionaceae) raised bogs on North Island (Waikato region) and Chatham Island, New Zealand, were sampled to investigate the main environmental controls of pattern and ... -
Systematics of New Zealand Pimelea (Thymelaeaceae)
(University of Waikato, 2016)Pimelea Banks and Sol. ex Gaertn. is a genus of shrubs, sub-shrubs and herbs belonging to the eudicot family Thymelaeaceae. First described 1769, the genus initially contained four species but has since grown to contain ... -
The Development and Genetic Variation of Sophora prostrata – A New Zealand Divaricating Shrub
(University of Waikato, 2014)This research contributes to our understanding of the development and genetic variation of Sophora prostrata Buchanan (Fabaceae). This has provided a basis for further study into the evolution and development of divaricate ... -
The Diet and Nutritional Ecology of the Auckland Tree Wētā Hemideina thoracica
(University of Waikato, 2013)Insects are the main consumers of primary production in many terrestrial ecosystems, they are involved in the upwards migration of energy to higher trophic levels, and are often extremely important in structuring their ... -
The Role of Medicinal Plants in New Zealand's Settler Medical Culture, 1850s-1920s
(University of Waikato, 2014)Throughout history, medicinal plants have been important components of medical practices in almost all cultures of the world. This thesis focuses specifically on the changing uses and understandings of medicinal plants in ... -
Thresholds for sustainable regeneration in urban restoration plantings in Hamilton City, New Zealand
(University of Waikato, 2014)Urban forest patches have unique environmental and landscape characteristics which may influence the restoration of native plant communities. Urbanisation can lead to a drier and warmer climate, a prevalence of exotic seed ... -
Use of genetic methods for determining patterns and processes during marine biological invasions
(University of Waikato, 2012)Invasive species are widely recognised as one of the major threats to marine biodiversity worldwide. With increasingly faster and more frequent transoceanic shipping, propagule pressure in the marine environment is likely ... -
Vegetation recovery and management of kahikatea (Dacrycarpus dacrydioides)-dominated forest remnants in the Waikato Region
(University of Waikato, 2010)The principle aim of this study was to determine whether fencing alone is a sufficient management tool for facilitating the recovery and persistence of indigenous flora in kahikatea-dominated forest patches in the Waikato ...
