History of Plant Introductions to Pohnpei, Micronesia and the Role of the Pohnpei Agriculture Station

Ragone, Diane; Lorence, David H.; Flynn, Timothy (April 2001). "History of Plant Introductions to Pohnpei, Micronesia and the Role of the Pohnpei Agriculture Station". Economic Botany. 55 (2): 290–324. doi:10.1007/BF02864566. ISSN 1874-9364 0013-0001, 1874-9364 .

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Abstract: The paper titled “History of Plant Introductions to Pohnpei, Micronesia and the Role of the Pohnpei Agriculture Station” provides a detailed account of the historical introduction of plants to Pohnpei, a small island in Micronesia, and examines the pivotal role played by the Pohnpei Agriculture Station in these efforts. This history is intertwined with the expansion of colonial powers into the Pacific. The narrative spans several colonial regimes, including Spanish, German, Japanese, and American influences, highlighting the impacts and contributions made during these periods.

The document also presents a historical overview of early plant introductions during the Early Contact Period from 1830 to 1886. During the Japanese mandate, significant contributions were made, including establishing agricultural experiment stations and implementing commercial plantings. The Pohnpei Agriculture Station, especially during the Japanese period, played a critical role in experimenting with and cultivating diverse plant species.

The paper also identifies a collection of plant species, including breadfruit, which were significant to the station’s agricultural research and development. However, documentation, particularly from the American period, remains incomplete, which has posed challenges in fully understanding the breadth of plant introductions.

To preserve the legacy of the Agriculture Station, the authors suggest conducting thorough inventories of all plants and maintaining detailed documentation. They aim to use this information to guide future efforts in conserving and understanding the historical significance of the station’s contributions to regional botany and agriculture.

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