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Bravo-Oviedo, AndresPretzsch, Hans
Ammer, Christian
Andenmatten, Ernesto
Barbati, Anna
Barreiro, Susana
Brang, Peter
Bravo, Felipe
Coll, Lluis
Corona, Piermaria
Ouden, Jan den
Ducey, Mark J.
Forrester, David I.
Giergiczny, Marek
Jacobsen, Jette B.
Lesinski, Jerzy
Löf, Magnus
Mason, Bill
Matovic, Bratislav
Metslaid, Marek
Morneau, François
Motiejunaite, Jurga
O'Reilly, Conor
Pach, Maciej
Ponette, Quentin
Rio, Miren del
Short, Ian
Skovsgaard, Jens Peter
Soliño, Mario
Spathelf, Peter
Sterba, Hubert
Stojanovic, Dejan
Strelcova, Katarina
Svoboda, Miroslav
Verheyen, Kris
von Lüpke, Nikolas
Zlatanov, Tzvetan
Date
2014-11
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BRAVO-OVIEDO, Andres et al. European Mixed Forests: definition and research perspectives. Forest Systems, [S.l.], v. 23, n. 3, p. 518-533, dec. 2014. ISSN 2171-9845Abstract
Aim of study: We aim at (i) developing a reference definition of mixed forests in order to harmonize comparative research in mixed forests and (ii) briefly review the research perspectives in mixed forests. Area of study: The definition is developed in Europe but can be tested worldwide. Material and methods: Review of existent definitions of mixed forests based and literature review encompassing dynamics, management and economic valuation of mixed forests. Main results: A mixed forest is defined as a forest unit, excluding linear formations, where at least two tree species coexist at any developmental stage, sharing common resources (light, water, and/or soil nutrients). The presence of each of the component species is normally quantified as a proportion of the number of stems or of basal area, although volume, biomass or canopy cover as well as proportions by occupied stand area may be used for specific objectives. A variety of structures and patterns of mixtures can occur, and the interactions between the component species and their relative proportions may change over time. The research perspectives identified are (i) species interactions and responses to hazards, (ii) the concept of maximum density in mixed forests, (iii) conversion of monocultures to mixed-species forest and (iv) economic valuation of ecosystem services provided by mixed forests. Research highlights: The definition is considered a high-level one which encompasses previous attempts to define mixed forests. Current fields of research indicate that gradient studies, experimental design approaches, and model simulations are key topics providing new research opportunities.Funder
European Co-Operation in Science and TechnologyGrant Number
FP1206ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
http://dx.doi.org/10.5424/fs/2014233-06256