kennarten species(characteristic species) Like ‘faithful species’, a former collective term for species of fidelity classes 3–5 (i.e. preferential, selective, and exclusive species). As phytosociological work progressed, the need became evident for finer distinctions within the kennarten species. See also faithful species.

kennarten species (characteristic species) Like ‘faithful species’, a former collective term for species of fidelity classes 3–5 (i.e. preferential, selective, and exclusive species). As phytosociological work progressed, the need became evident for finer distinction within the kennarten species. See also FAITHFUL SPECIES.