Identification of restoration species for early roadcut slope regeneration using functional group approach

Current restoration protocols for roadside cut slopes in South Korea involve hydroseeding with exotic species to achieve early greening and soil stabilization. However, can negatively affect adjacent native ecosystems. This study investigated the functional traits of colonizers slope surrounding environments inform methods that generate similar communities as those Slope vegetation (species density, cover, upperstory species, canopy cover) environment (aspect, angle, properties) were surveyed from road edge forest boundary, classified three distinct zones: a hydroseeded slope, transition zone, edge. Naturally occurring into groups examine dominant during colonization. Hemicryptophyte or geophyte interior woody well established zones slopes. Potential be identified by examining group forest. These goals block invasive same group. Festuca arundinacea (tall fescue), which is reported an alien rapidly spread after introduction restoration. Thus, continuous monitoring impact on required sowing species. Future should consider perennial sedge develop rhizomes, reconsider use tall fescue. indicates appropriately managed enhance quality habitats