The graph of logistic growth includes a phase called:
Positive acceleration is a recognized portion of a sigmoid logistic trajectory: early in growth, the absolute increment rises as more reproducing individuals are added. However, lag phase is also commonly named in descriptions of logistic curves, making this item non-unique as written. After the inflection near K/2, negative acceleration leads toward the upper asymptote or stationary phase. Logistic predictions depend on assumptions that managers should not overlook. Carrying capacity changes with habitat and climate, and removing individuals may alter age structure, social organization, or ge
Ref: Ecology: Concepts and Applications, Molles, 9th Ed., Ch. 11