Greenaway, Robert J.2021-07-202021-07-201987https://hdl.handle.net/10182/14041Errors in paginationThe impetus for compiling this dissertation comes from an interest in developing a strategy for dealing with introduced plants within conservation areas which goes beyond the standard exotic/native dichotomy. While exotic plants within natural areas are normally viewed as inherently undesirable, they often exhibit ecological characteristics which may reduce the need for their immediate removal. This dissertation is divided into two major parts. The first three sections outline the significance of exotic plants within conservation areas, their ecological impacts, and a review of a number of control methods available. The fourth section involves an examination of problem exotics on Moturua Island in the form of a case study.100 pagesenhttps://researcharchive.lincoln.ac.nz/pages/rightsinvasive plantsweedsintroduced plantsMoturua IslandDissertationDigital thesis can be viewed by current staff and students of Lincoln University only. If you are the author of this item, please contact us if you wish to discuss making the full text publicly available.ANZSRC::410202 Biosecurity science and invasive species ecologyANZSRC::410401 Conservation and biodiversityQ112847006