Forest Research: Open Access
Open Access

Abstract

Ecological and biodiversity Flooding Impacts on Forest Floristics in the Amazon forest

Michael Ciesielski*

The Amazon Rainforest is a globally significant ecosystem,
recognized for its vast biodiversity and its role in regulating the
Earth’s climate. A unique feature of this ecosystem is its
susceptibility to periodic flooding, particularly in floodplain
areas known as várzea and igapó forests. These areas are
frequently inundated during seasonal river fluctuations, which
are a natural occurrence in the Amazon basin. However, climate
change, human activities, and deforestation have exacerbated the
frequency and intensity of flooding events, resulting in profound
consequences for the floristics of the Amazon forests and, by
extension, the environment.

Published Date: 2025-01-31; Received Date: 2025-01-01