Kobiv Y. Populations of rare plant species of the Ukrainian Carpathians: structure, dynamics, conservation

Comprehensive analysis of individual and group parameters as well as biological characteristics of rare plant species of the Ukrainian Carpathians was performed. Their population organization, which concerns population structure, dynamics, spatial heterogeneity, recruitment in species of different biomorphs and battle strategies, role of microhabitats, ecological-coenotic needs of species was described. Responds of populations to natural and anthropogenic impacts in different groups of species were revealed. The main drivers of change and most vulnerable groups of species were defined. Recommendations on preventing extinction of rare species in the Ukrainian Carpathians are given.