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Evaluation of subsequent planting in Kenting Coastal Forest Restoration Area (1/3)

  • Date of declaration:2012-04-19
  • PI:Fen-Hui Chen
  • Division:Silviculture Division
Research title
Science and Technology Programs(2012)
執行成果摘要
Leucaena leucocephala, an exotic invasive species, has spread widely and seriously threatened the natural ecosystem in Kenting National Park. Therefore, researches on L. leucocephala removal and native vegetation restoration are urgent.
In order to facilitate restoration and increase biodiversity, this project will evaluate the possibility of subsequent planting in Kenting coastal forest restoration area. The major tasks in 2012 are: 1. breeding and propagation 11 native shade tolerant plant species; 2. restoration planting of these shade tolerant species; 3. survey of seedlings planted in 2008. The information of restoration species will be an essential reference for future restoration plan in Hengchun peninsula.  Moreover, a survey of natural regeneration vegetation and L. leucocephala was completed.