Assessment of Tree Species Diversity in the University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos
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Date
2018-01
Authors
Ogunyebi, A.L.
Abiodun, M.J.
Oludoye, O.O.
Omoyajowo, K.O.
Fayenuwo., G.A.
Fingesi, T.S.
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Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management
Abstract
This study was aimed at assessing and providing management options for tree species growing on
Akoka Campus of University of Lagos, Southern-Western Nigeria by collecting data from four (4) randomly selected
50m x 50m plots in the study area. The assessment was carried out through extensive field survey with the inventory
of all tree species, including their mean diameters at breast height (DBH), heights (H). A total of 67 woody tree
species within 27 families were represented in the study area. The family Fabaceae had the highest frequency (14
species) representing 20.59% of total species enumerated in all the plots followed by Moraceae which consists of 7
species (10.29%). The result revealed high values for tree species diversity and also provided necessary information
such as tree height and diameter at breast height, which will be used in proper management and maintenance of the
tree species numbered; hence, proper management and sustainability of the tree species can be achieved.
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Staff publications
Keywords
Breast height , Management , Sustainability , Moraceae , Research Subject Categories::NATURAL SCIENCES::Biology::Cell and molecular biology::Cell biology
Citation
Ogunyebi, A.L.,[Et...al] (2018). Assessment of Tree Species Diversity in the University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos. Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management, Vol.22(1),12-16pp.