Introduction Water Table Hydroperiod Run-Off Water Pollution Exotic Growth

EXOTIC GROWTH
The EAA is home to exotic plants that pose a threat to the natural Everglades ecosystem. Maleluca (Maleluca spp.) and Brazilian Pepper (Schinus spp.) are two such species. Restoration should include the removal of these non-native plants to restore the land to its natural ecological state. Federal acquisition and restoration efforts understand agriculture's use of these plants, but would limit overgrowth. This particular problem would be addressed after the land changes hands from the agricultural sector to the ecological management authorities. (3)

Main | History | Restoration
Environmentalist Perspective | Agriculture Perspective
Conclusions | Bibliography

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