Selecting Framework Tree Species for Restoring Seasonally Dry Tropical Forests in Northern Thailand based on Field Performance

Authors:
Elliott, S., P. Navakitbumrung, C. Kuarak, S. Zangkum, V. Anusarnsunthorn and D. Blakesley

Publication Date:
2003

Abstract/Summary:
Framework tree species are indigenous forest tree species, planted to complement and accelerate natural regeneration of forest ecosystems and encourage biodiversity recovery, on degraded sites. In this paper we test the extent to which 37 native forest tree species might act as framework tree species to accelerate recovery of evergreen, seasonal forest in a degraded upper watershed in Doi Suthep-Pui National Park in northern Thailand.

Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article

Source:
Forest Ecology and Management

Link:
http://www.dnp.go.th/fca16/file/arcdivclinc6unk.pdf