Eucalyptus and Water Use in South Africa
Joint Authors
King, John S.
Dye, Peter J.
Albaugh, Janine M.
Source
International Journal of Forestry Research
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-11, 11 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-03-26
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
11
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
The Eucalyptus genus yields high rates of productivity and can be grown across a wide range of site types and climates for products such as pulp, fuelwood, or construction lumber.
In addition, many eucalypts have the ability to coppice, making this genus an ideal candidate for use as a biofuel feedstock.
However, the water use of Eucalyptus is a controversial issue, and the impacts of these fast-growing trees on water resources are well documented.
Regardless, the demand for wood products and water continues to rise, providing a challenge to increase the productivity of forest plantations within water constraints.
This is of particular relevance for water-limited countries such as South Africa which relies on exotic plantations to meet its timber needs.
Research results from water use studies in South Africa are well documented and legislation restrictions limit further afforestation.
This paper outlines techniques used to quantify the water use of eucalypt plantations and provides recommendations on where to focus future research efforts.
Greater insights into the water use efficiency of clonal material are needed, as certain eucalypt clones show fast growth and low water use.
To better understand water use efficiency, estimates should be combined with monitoring of stand canopy structure and measurements of physiological processes.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Albaugh, Janine M.& Dye, Peter J.& King, John S.. 2013. Eucalyptus and Water Use in South Africa. International Journal of Forestry Research،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-11.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Albaugh, Janine M.…[et al.]. Eucalyptus and Water Use in South Africa. International Journal of Forestry Research No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-11.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Albaugh, Janine M.& Dye, Peter J.& King, John S.. Eucalyptus and Water Use in South Africa. International Journal of Forestry Research. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-503416
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-503416