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Read more about the article How are invasive alien plants perceived by urban residents?
An urban park wetland covered in a dense mat of Parrot’s feather (Myriophyllum aquaticum) (Photo: LJ Potgieter)
2018 / News

How are invasive alien plants perceived by urban residents?

Invasive alien plants (IAPs) and their management are perceived both negatively and positively by urban residents, but these perceptions are shaped by individuals’ socio-demographic characteristics.

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25 June 2018
Read more about the article Thirsty invaders leave rivers with less water
Black wattle, Acacia mearnsii (Photo credit: Suzaan Kritzinger-Klopper)
2015 / News

Thirsty invaders leave rivers with less water

Invasive alien plants can change the amount of rainwater that reaches rivers and streams. Some researchers found that there is a large impact, with substantial increases in water uptake and reduced volumes of water in rivers, while others found little or no impact.

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23 June 2015