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plants
Nyandungu Eco?Park is home to a rich variety of plants, including trees such as Ficus and Erythrina abyssinica, shrubs like Vernonia amygdalina and Hibiscus calyphyllus, and *grasses such as bamboo and elephant grass. Alongside these, the park also nurtures other plants with medicinal, ornamental, and ecological value. Together, these species stabilize soils, support pollinators and wildlife, preserve cultural heritage, and enrich biodiversity, making Nyandungu Eco?Park a living classroom for conservation and environmental education.
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Grasses
Nyandungu Eco?Park hosts a variety of grasses that play a vital role in maintaining the restored wetland ecosystem. Species such as Bambusa vulgaris (bamboo) and Pennisetum purpureum (elephant grass) provide soil stabilization, reduce erosion, and offer habitats for birds and insects. These grasses also carry cultural and economic importance, supporting sustainable use while enriching biodiversity within the park.
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Other Plants
Nyandungu Eco?Park is rich in plant diversity beyond just trees, shrubs, and grasses. It also features ornamental, medicinal, and wetland plants that contribute to its ecological restoration and cultural heritage. Here are some representative species:
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Shrubs
Nyandungu Eco?Park in Kigali hosts several native shrubs that enrich its restored wetland ecosystem, offering medicinal, ecological, and cultural value. Key examples include Vernonia amygdalina (Umuravumba), Dracaena steudneri (Umuhengeri), and Hibiscus calyphyllus
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Trees
Nyandungu Eco?Park in Kigali is home to more than 17,000 trees representing about 55 indigenous species, including iconic fig forests, acacias, and other native savanna and woodland trees. These trees were planted during the park’s restoration to stabilize soils, support biodiversity, and preserve Rwanda’s cultural and ecological heritage.
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