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But their competitive dominance over fynbos and their water-guzzling ways have made them uncomfortable conservation companions. So the chance to return a pine stand at the end of its commercial lifespan to its former fynbos-diverse natural glory seemed like a win-win solution. But a fierce, largely middle class, lobby has put its weight behind retaining the non-native pines. The two sides have gone to court to try and settle the matter.
The commercial pine plantation is used for riding horses, walking dogs and a picnic spot in the summer. The small, well-resourced group defending it has garnered enough support to stay the fate of the pine trees. Exchanges on social media provide an insight into the many ethical and moral values tied up in the issue. There are those who argue that the area will become a magnet for criminals, citing a murder that occurred in nearby fynbos. Both sides point to the fact that pines as well as fynbos are sources of value such as medicines and wood.
But some key questions need to be asked. These include: can shade be provided in alternative ways? The answer is certainly yes. Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus. Vote submission failed. Please try again later.
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Fynbos Facts: Why do we conserve. Saturday, 01 April , The Mushroom Meander in Why must we plant mainly indigenous or, better yet, endemic plants? Language English. Protecting this strikingly unique and beautiful plant kingdom is a WWF conservation priority.
A plant paradise. South Africa's Cape floral kingdom is one of the richest areas in the world for plant biodiversity. Of the 9, plant species found here, a majority are native fynbos vegetation, which covers the region's magnificent mountains , and l owland valleys and coastal plains. When you first look across an expanse of fynbos, you may not at first be impressed by the collection of low scrubby plants and a few bushes.
But when you look a bit closer you will see the sheer diversity of these numerous species found nowhere else in the world.
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