Abstract:
The positive effects of Benjeshecken in vegetation restoration, animal activity and biodiversity endow it with considerable application potential in mining area ecosystem restoration. This study collects domestic and international research reports and engineering cases related to Benjeshecken, systematically introduces its concept and functional characteristics, reviews current ecological applications, analyzes its value and status in mining area ecological restoration, and preliminarily discusses application strategies in terms of structural design, site selection, vegetation configuration, and long-term effectiveness. The research results indicate that Benjeshecken can play a positive role in mining area ecological restoration by synergistically promoting plant growth and animal activity. Its structural design should emphasize the use of local materials, including organic matter, stones, and existing trees/shrubs in the mining area. Benjeshecken can be constructed in specific locations such as areas with low human disturbance or slopes prone to soil erosion. Local food and nectar-source plants should be incorporated, enabling it to function both as a seed bank for natural vegetation restoration and as an attractor for wildlife. This study provides new insights for research and engineering practices in mining area ecosystem restoration, and contributes to the development and advancement of ecological restoration technologies, especially in the context of natural recovery in mining areas.