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Average soil and plant characteristics of three grassland communities
| Grassland Type | Soil clay (%) | Rockiness (# of core attempts) | Soil C (%) | Species richness |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed grass prairie | 24.8 | 3.0 | 2.0 | 33.8 |
| Xeric tallgrass prairie | 9.6 | 10.9 | 3.0 | 56.0 |
| Mesic tallgrass prairie | 12.8 | 6.4 | 3.5 | 43.6 |
