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Knowledge Structure and Evolution of Wetland Plant Diversity Research: Visual Exploration Based on CiteSpace

Xuanrui Zhang,Shikun Chen,Peng Yao,Jiahui Han,Ri-xue Jin

Published 2025 in Biology

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Simple Summary Wetlands are crucial ecosystems that provide clean water, flood control, and wildlife habitats, but they face serious threats from human activities and climate change. Since plants are fundamental to wetland health, understanding how scientists study plant diversity helps improve conservation efforts. This research analyzed patterns in 482 scientific publications (1986–2025) to map global progress in wetland plant studies. The key findings show that research has grown significantly, led by countries like the United States, China, and European nations working together. Early studies focused on counting plant species, but recent work explores how climate change and human impacts affect wetlands, using technologies like satellite monitoring. The results highlight urgent priorities: protecting wetlands from pollution and habitat loss, restoring damaged areas, and preparing for climate shifts like sea-level rise. These insights will help governments and conservation groups make smarter decisions to safeguard wetlands—ensuring they continue supporting clean water, wildlife, and community resilience worldwide.

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