Analyzing Ecosystem Services & Filtration Provided By Phragmites in Detroit
Analyzing Ecosystem Services, Habitat, and Filtration Provided by Phragmites in Four Selected Detroit Unmanaged or Undisturbed Areas Dr. Jacob Napieralski & Alonzo Bell Published: November 19, 2023 University of Michigan Dearborn: College of Arts, Sciences, & Letters Introduction This research is centered around Phragmite density and soil analysis in undisturbed areas in Detroit, MI. The genus name for Phragmites is P. australis. It is also referred to as Common Reed. In Michigan, this species is recognized as an invasive species and can over take poorly managed areas. There are also a sub species of native Phragmites species in Michigan. Though it may be recognized as an invasive species in Michigan, it may have some ecological, environmental, and biochemical advantages. In many settings, it may provide habitat for organisms such as Muskrats, Sparrows, Field Mice, Fish Crows, and other species of bird. ...