Interplay of socio-economic and environmental factors in shaping urban plant biodiversity: a comprehensive analysis

作者：Hai-Li Zhang, Mir Muhammad Nizamani, Lin‐Yuan Guo, Jian-Peng Cui, Josep Padullés Cubino, Alice C. Hughes, Hua‐Feng Wang · 发表于：Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution · 年份：2024 · DOI：10.3389/fevo.2024.1344343 · 被引用次数：13 · 研究领域：Urban Green Space and Health、Land Use and Ecosystem Services、Urban Agriculture and Sustainability

Urban environments are dynamic landscapes shaped by a multitude of factors, including environmental conditions and socio-economic influences. This study systematically investigates how various factors shape urban plant diversity in Haikou City, Hainan Province, China, focusing on 30 key drivers including socio-economic aspects, biophysical conditions, landscape elements, and management practices. Our research methodology involved a comprehensive analysis of these factors’ impact on six types of urban plant species: spontaneous, native spontaneous, exotic spontaneous, cultivated, native cultivated, and exotic cultivated. Conducted in urban areas with varying population densities and landscape features, our sampling approach aimed to understand the species’ distribution patterns. We discovered significant correlations between plant species diversity and specific environmental and socio-economic variables. Our results indicate that spontaneous species are prevalent in densely populated areas with strong social ties, whereas areas rich in tree and shrub cover see fewer such species. Native cultivated species favor more serene, less urbanized landscapes, while exotic cultivated species are predominantly found in economically affluent areas with diverse vegetation. These findings offer valuable insights for urban planning and biodiversity conservation, emphasizing the need for customized greening strategies that align with local environmental and social contexts. By adopting such t...