Where there is water plants thrive. The floor is covered by layers of old leaves, branches, and smaller plants. These small plants help lessen the effects of erosion by slowing the water. When the water velocity decreases, infiltration increases. Small plants and shrubs have extensive root systems.
Erosion is reduced because the root systems hold the sediments in place.
Most of this forested area contains trees that lose their leaves in Autumn. Trees such as oaks that shed leaves are called deciduous. Poison Ivy is everywhere and dangerous all year . So be careful. Picture how the vegetation would appear in other seasons.