U.N. FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION (FAO)
Acacia mangium : growing and utilization
With deforestation in the Asia-Pacific region progressing at the rate of 4.4 million ha per year, many countries have adopted plantation forestry using fast-growing species as a way to sustain the commercial supply of tree products and reduce pressure on natural forests.
Awang, Kamis, ed; Taylor, David, ed. · 1970
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Abstract
Acacia mangium is playing a large role in this development, especially in Indonesia and Malaysia, due to its versatility and its ability to recapture grasslands dominated by the noxious weed, Imperata cylindrica. This monograph consolidates information on A. mangium from published literature, unpublished reports and studies, and observations from those familiar with the species. It also points out gaps in our knowledge of A. mangium, e.g., regarding silviculture schedules and management of subsequent rotations. Chapters discuss A. mangium"s taxonomy, distribution, biology, and use as an exotic; its reproductive biology; genetics and tree improvement; vegetative propagation; nursery practices; symbiotic associations; silvicultural practices; growth and yield; insect pests; diseases; properties and utilization; and economics and market prospects. Priorities for future research are included in each chapter and in the final summary. Appendices list seed supply sources and researchers engaged in the study of A. mangium. (Author abstract, modified)
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