Sea Fig

This species and particularly field of species of Sea fig was observed near the Thornton State Beach, at the boarder of San Francisco and Daily City county. The history behind this species is very interesting, as it was brought to California to stabilize dune environment and soil nearby the railroads in the beginning of 20th century. Today sea figs are considered as invasive species, taking natural habitat of native vegetation and serious control efforts are required to preserve natural habitat. In vulnerable to seismic activity California on the other hand, by binding soil particles sea figs provide a great mechanism to reduce soil erosion and increase soil cohesion. This species is called Chilean Sea Fig, and besides West coast of United States they are also found in Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Spain, Australia, Southern England, New Zealand and Argentina.

Posted on September 30, 2021 09:23 PM by levshnaider