# 1 Groeneweide Hikes - Flora
Tour Information for 2004	At a glance, these forests are similar in structure to the classical rain forests of the equatorial regions; they have that "jungle-like" appearance.   Last Update: 24 Jan 2004
Home South African Information Western Cape Information About US Climate and Geology Flora Fauna Day Hike Information Other Information Maps E-mail Flora The indigenous forests of the southern Cape are the largest complex of natural, closed canopy forest in the Southern African region. At a glance, these forests are similar in structure to the classical rain forests of the equatorial regions; they have that "jungle-like" appearance. This is where the similarity ends. These forests are neither as tall, nor as species diverse as the warmer and wetter forests of the Amazon. Canopy height peaks at about twenty seven meters (with emergents) and, in total there are 470 forest species; of these 87 are tree species. The balance comprise Woody shrubs (55), Soft shrubs (29), Lianas (15), Vines (47), Ferns (52), Geophytes (28), Epiphytes (25), Graminoids (35) and Forbs (97). The forests show considerable variation in species composition, stem size and canopy height over a range of structural "types". The forests are there for classified into 8 different forest types, from very dry to very wet. The classification is done according to the combined assessment of moisture regime, ground, shrub and tree flora as well as features such as tree form and canopy height. Some trees along the route are labeled. Species that you will encounter include Ironwood, Yellowwood, White Pear, Stinkwood, Cherry wood, and Cape Beech. Onderbos (Black witch-hazel) abounds in the under story and in the wetter parts you will encounter enormous Tree Ferns. Various climbers (e.g. wild grape), epiphytes (such as old man's beard and tree orchids), mosses, ferns (e.g. maiden hair fern), lichens and colorful fungi are found in the forest. The trail is situated in the Groenkop Indigenous Forest near George South Africa. The ultimate outdoor experience is a guided wilderness hike. These hikes are led by experienced guides who know a great deal about the ways of the wild and are most willing to share their knowledge. There is nothing competitive about these hikes and they are designed to stimulate the mind, body and the eye, provide enjoyment and companionship. The tour guide choice of route depends to a large extent on the interests and general level of fitness of the people he/she is leading. If you have any questions please e-mail me. [email protected]. GRH Tours PO BOX 186 Knysna 6570  South Africa Tel: +27-044-8744213 Cell: +27-0829573561

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