The shrub layer is the stratum of vegetation within a habitat with heights of about 1.5 to 5 metres. This layer consists mostly of young trees and bushes, and it may be divided into the first and second shrub layers (low and high bushes).

What is found in the shrub layer?

Shrub layer - dense and dark with small plants. Under canopy - contains younger trees and saplings competing for light in dark conditions. ... Contains tall trees, climbing plants like vines and lianas . 50% of rainforest life is found here. Emergent - contains the tallest trees emerging out of canopy.

What is the shrub layer in a forest?

Understory – This is often referred to as the Shrub layer and is the layer of vegetation immediately below the canopy. This layer consists of younger specimens of the canopy trees, together with smaller trees and shrubs which are adapted to grow under lower light conditions, such as hazel, holly, hawthorn and rowan.