Planting, selection and plant establishment in constructed wetlands in a tropical environment

This chapter examines plant selection, sourcing, planting and establishment in constructed wetlands. The chapter deals with surface water constructed wetlands with water quality treatment as the primary objective. However, much of the information can be readily applied to other constructed wetland types. Information presented is based on the author's experience with constructed wetland projects in Australia and South-East Asia. The aim is to provide information relevant to the establishment of a desirable crop of healthy wetland plants within constructed wetlands.