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FFG Protected Flora List1
FFG Protected Flora List1
For example, some species which are attractive or highly sought after, such as orchids and grass trees, are protected so
that the removal of these species from the wild can be controlled. For all listed species protection includes living (eg
flowers, seeds, shoots and roots) and non-living (eg bark, leaves and other litter) plant material.
The handling of protected flora is regulated by the Department of Environment, Land, Water & Planning (DELWP) to
ensure that any harvesting or loss is ecologically sustainable.
You must obtain a ‘Protected Flora Licence’ or Permit from one of the Regional Offices of DELWP if you want to collect
protected native plants or if you are planning to do works or other activities on public land which might kill, injure or
disturb protected native plants. In most cases, you do not require a Licence or Permit for works or activities on private
land, although you may require a planning permit from your local council. It is best to check with DELWP Regional
staff and local council staff before proceeding.
In most cases, licence or permit applications are successful. However, DELWP may place conditions on the licence or
permit, such as restricting the amount of protected flora that can be taken, the area from which it can be taken or the
collection methods that can be used. In the case of works, DELWP may place conditions on a licence or permit which
serve to avoid or minimise the loss of protected flora or to make good any disturbance caused.
Application forms can be obtained from DELWP Regional Offices or by calling the Customer Service Centre on 136 186.
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Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988 – Protected Flora List November 2019
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