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NC-2009 SSc5.1:Site Development—Protect or Restore Habitat

Native Plant Species

We are doing a project in Singapore and we are considering providing native or adaptive species in the project. I would like to know if the native species includes only species found in Singapore or species found in Southeast Asia could be included.

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April Brown
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Fri, 06/13/2014 - 20:04

Native species are typically defined locally, based on your microclimate and/or ecosystem. I would suggest that you consult with a local garden or nursery, conservancy, or university to determine was is deemed "native" or adapted the specific region that the building is located.

Sun, 06/15/2014 - 11:25

Thanks April ! Would you say species from Brazil ,which are cultivated under the same climatic conditions(tropical climate) as Singapore to be considered as Native/adaptive if they are known to thrive in Singapore climatic conditions too.
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April Brown
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Mon, 06/16/2014 - 17:17

Your line of thinking seems right to me, but unfortunately I cannot say for sure. I would suggest consulting with a horticulturalist.

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