David M. Merritt Patrick B. Shafroth Anna A Sher Martin F. Quigley Daniel A. Auerbach 2013 <p><span>This chapter explores the impact of hydrology and fluvial geomorphology on the distribution and abundance of </span><i>Tamarix</i><span> as well as the reciprocal effects of </span><i>Tamarix</i><span> on hydrologic and geomorphic conditions. It examines whether flow-regime alteration favors </span><i>Tamarix</i><span> establishment over native species, and how </span><i>Tamarix</i><span> stands modify processes involved in the narrowing of river channels and the formation of floodplains. It begins with an overview of the basic geomorphic and hydrologic character of rivers in the western United States before analyzing how this setting has contributed to the regional success of </span><i>Tamarix</i><span>. It then considers the influence of </span><i>Tamarix</i><span> on the hydrogeomorphic form and function of rivers and concludes by discussing how a changing climate, vegetation management, and continued water-resource development affect the future role of </span><i>Tamarix</i><span> in these ecosystems.</span></p> application/pdf 10.1093/acprof:osobl/9780199898206.003.0007 en Oxford University Press Tamarix, hydrology and fluvial geomorphology chapter