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4.3.2.1b) Steep riparian forest
The steepness of the terrain limits the number of control methods that can be applied here, as well as
the sensitive nature of the habitat.
4.3.2.1c) Lowveld riparian forest
The sandy soils make the use of hand
pulling feasible. Fairly open with tall
trees in flatter areas allows dozers to
access.
Lowveld riparian forest along the Sabie river in the Kruger
National Park.
4.3.2.1d) Open savanna – lowveld
Fire is regarded as a major control method here, but its use is hampered by droughts and overgrazing.
4.3.2.1e) Open savanna – lower and
mid slopes
Fire is the ultimate control method in
this habitat. The use of summer fires
should be investigated to reverse bush
encroachment problems.
Open savana of lower to mid slopes at Hluhluwe-Umfolozi
Park. Carpet of light green plant in the distance is
chromolaena invading.
4.3.2.1f) Mixed Bushveld on rocky hillsides
Here fire is not as applicable, and differences in aspect and
rockiness complicate the choice of control method.
Mixed bushveld of rocky hillsides near Tzaneen adjacent to the Hilltop Study site where
experimental clearing of a dense infestation of chromolaena and lantana was done (see
Appendix 2).
Development of a clearing protocol based on ecological criteria for Mesic Savannas and Sweet Grassveld for the Working for Water Programme
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