The grassland community in the floodplain of Nylsvley Nature Reserve was classified hierarchically using the quadrat method of vegetation survey. While sampling, quadrats of 1 m x 1 m in size were constructed wherein different grass species were sampled, identified and then recorded. After careful sorting and counting of individuals within the quadrats, species frequency and density were determined. Grass species like Hyparrhenia hirta and Cynodon dactylon were found in large quantity when compared to other species found along the floodplain. The species frequency of Hyparrhenia hirta, Perotis pateal, Aristida congesta and Eragrostis pallens were calculated and found to be high. Hyparrhenia hirta had the highest importance value. The grassland community was then classified as Hyparrhenia hirta–Cynodon dactylon.
Journal articles from the Grassland Society of Southern Africa (GSSA) African Journal of Range and Forage Science as well as related articles and reports from throughout the southern African region.