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Merwe, Sebastian van der (2024)

Comparative Analysis of Plant Diversity on Intensive and Extensive Green Roofs in The Hague, Leiden, and Rotterdam

Bachelor thesis | Urban Studies (BA)
Urban green roofs are recognized for enhancing biodiversity and ecological resilience. This study compares plant diversity across intensive and extensive green roofs in The Hague, Leiden, and Rotterdam. Extensive green roofs, characterized by microhabitat variability and lighter substrates, showed higher species richness and total abundance, favouring adaptable species like sedums. Intensive green roofs, with deeper substrates, offered greater opportunities for plant diversity and more stable plant communities. The results highlight the importance of microhabitat variability and substrate conditions in shaping plant diversity on green roofs. Future research should focus on longitudinal studies, expanding sample sizes, and exploring microhabitat variations to refine conservation strategies.
Urban Green Roofs, Plant Diversity, Intensive Green Roofs, Extensive Green Roofs, Urban Ecology
Author
Merwe, Sebastian van der
Faculty
Faculty of Humanities
Specialisation
Urban Ecology
Supervisors
de Sousa e Silva, Dr. A.R.
ECTS Credits
10
Language
en