Protection of Palustrine Wetland - Frenchman's Creek

This project will reduce the spread and impact of the weed Blue Thunbergia (Thunbergia grandiflora) on endangered Palustrine wetland (Alexandra or ‘feather leaf’ palm forest) adjacent to the Russell River National Park. The weed, which is growing on the bank of Frenchman’s Creek at the periphery of the Park, will be controlled and then 0.5 ha of stream bank and adjacent flood plain will be revegetated with 200 Alexandra Palms and other species that support the integrity of Palustrine wetland. The project is being undertaken by the Wet Tropics Biodiversity Foundation in conjunction with Wet Tropics NRM Pty Ltd, Bunna Binda Aboriginal Association Inc, Cairns Regional Council, a sugarcane farmer and community volunteers.