Invasive plant posing danger to Meru forests

Part of Ngaya Forest has been invaded by Lantana Camara, a plant that stifles the growth of trees and crops. [Phares Mutembei, Standard]

A destructive Lantana Camara plant has invaded parts of Imenti Forest designated as World Heritage Site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).

The invasive plant has now covered large portions of the lower and upper Imenti Forest, a habitat that teems with elephants, primates, and a wide variety of bird species.