Types of natural vegetation in Uganda

Savanna (grasslands)

Most parts of Uganda are covered with Savannah Vegetation. Savannah comprises grasses and deciduous trees which are dominant in this type of vegetation lone. Trees are less dense and scattered. Grasses are tall in areas of higher rainfall, more sparse in areas with less rainfall. The commonest trees in savanna vegetation include; baobabs and acacia. Savannah is mainly found in Arua, Gulu, Maracha, Sembabule and Nakasongola.

Savannah vegetation

There are trees which have small leaves, waxy and thorny like. They are mainly found in semi arid areas such as North Eastern Uganda. Some of the vegetation in this area usually dries up during the long dry season but germinates again during the rain season. 

Shrubs.

This type of vegetation grows in areas which receive very little rainfall such as semi arid zones. Trees are short and thorny with waxy leaves which are very small. Shrub vegetation is mainly found in North Eastern parts of Uganda.

Swamp vegetation

Swamps are areas of muddy, watery land covered with trees and bushes. In Uganda many places have shallow water swamps. These are usually found in areas where soil stays moist or water covered for only part of the year. The common type of vegetation include papyrus, water lillies and trees.

Swamp vegetation

Much of the swamp vegetation is found at lake Kyoga shores, Sezibwa and Katonga river banks. The commonest vegetation in swampy areas is papyrus, palm trees and reeds.

Characteristics of savanna vegetation

•Trees lose their leaves during drought period to reduce the rate of transpiration. While others are drought resistant. In areas that receive little rainfall the grass is short with scattered trees.