"Native vegetation" refers to plants and trees that naturally grow and belong in a particular area without any human intervention or planting. Full definition
One third of the island is protected as conservation and national parks, and half the island has never been cleared of native vegetation. (wikiaustralia.com)
The idea of 15 % native vegetation coverage (10 % for non shade - tolerant crops like tea) is not a bad one per se. (coffeehabitat.com)
Under the law, farmers are required to maintain between 20 to 80 percent native vegetation on their land. (treehugger.com)