Unlocking Pinus ponderosa (Douglas ex C. Lawson) potential: a comprehensive review of results from native and introduced areas
The result's identifiers
Result code in IS VaVaI
<a href="https://www.isvavai.cz/riv?ss=detail&h=RIV%2F60460709%3A41320%2F25%3A102537" target="_blank" >RIV/60460709:41320/25:102537 - isvavai.cz</a>
Alternative codes found
RIV/00020702:_____/25:N0000062
Result on the web
<a href="https://doi.org/10.3389/ffgc.2025.1585253" target="_blank" >https://doi.org/10.3389/ffgc.2025.1585253</a>
DOI - Digital Object Identifier
<a href="http://dx.doi.org/10.3389/ffgc.2025.1585253" target="_blank" >10.3389/ffgc.2025.1585253</a>
Alternative languages
Result language
angličtina
Original language name
Unlocking Pinus ponderosa (Douglas ex C. Lawson) potential: a comprehensive review of results from native and introduced areas
Original language description
Ponderosa pine (Pinus ponderosa) is one of the most valuable American pines growing naturally in the western and Pacific states of Arizona and California. Based on previously published research, its ecological valence makes this species suitable for introduction worldwide, including Europe. In Central Europe, climate change—the primary cause of significant dieback of native tree species, such as Norway spruce and Scots pine—has increased the need to explore new methods to ensure forest stand sustainability. Introducing previously overlooked tree species, such as ponderosa pine could help address this challenge. We reviewed 229 research sources to analyze P. ponderosa’s potential for utilization in new areas. The existing research from its native distribution range indicates ecological plasticity and strong resistance to drought and climatic extremes. Production parameters were evaluated in young European forest stands with a stand volume of 430 m3·ha–1 at the age of 45, pointing toward a promising use in the forestry sector. In European forestry, ponderosa pine’s importance could grow due to its adaptability to warm and dry climates and tolerance of diverse soil conditions. Moreover, the extraordinary quality and texture of the wood, as well as ponderosa’s biodiversity and ornamental functions, make the species destined to become part of future landscapes and forest ecosystems of Central Europe under changed climatic conditions. However, we also see challenges and scientific gaps associated with the management of ponderosa pine and its introduction to mixtures with native tree species without prior verification and silviculture recommendations.
Czech name
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Czech description
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Classification
Type
J<sub>imp</sub> - Article in a specialist periodical, which is included in the Web of Science database
CEP classification
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OECD FORD branch
40102 - Forestry
Result continuities
Project
<a href="/en/project/QK22020045" target="_blank" >QK22020045: Potential of geographically non-native species in the forestry sector of the Czech Republic</a><br>
Continuities
P - Projekt vyzkumu a vyvoje financovany z verejnych zdroju (s odkazem do CEP)
Others
Publication year
2025
Confidentiality
S - Úplné a pravdivé údaje o projektu nepodléhají ochraně podle zvláštních právních předpisů
Data specific for result type
Name of the periodical
FRONTIERS IN FORESTS AND GLOBAL CHANGE
ISSN
2624-893X
e-ISSN
2624-893X
Volume of the periodical
8
Issue of the periodical within the volume
2025-01-01
Country of publishing house
CH - SWITZERLAND
Number of pages
16
Pages from-to
1-16
UT code for WoS article
001564972300001
EID of the result in the Scopus database
2-s2.0-105014872268