Mini research reports with objective, methodology, findings, and learnings.
Objective: Document species richness across an elevational gradient.
Methodology: Circular plots and transects with species identification and canopy cover notes.
Findings: 47 vascular species recorded, with peak diversity at mid-elevation plots.
Learnings: Aspect had a stronger influence on richness than expected in pre-field assumptions.
Objective: Track flowering onset, peak, and senescence across 3 elevation bands.
Methodology: Tagged-individual monitoring with weekly stage observations and temperature logging.
Findings: Lower elevation populations showed earlier flowering compared with baseline years.
Learnings: Single-season signals are useful but must be interpreted with long-term datasets.
Objective: Estimate above-ground carbon stocks across three management regimes.
Methodology: Systematic random plots, DBH-height measurements, and allometric conversion.
Findings: Closed management zones had significantly higher carbon density.
Learnings: Management enforcement is central to biomass recovery and long-term carbon gains.
