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Unlocking Pinus ponderosa (Douglas ex C. Lawson) potential: a comprehensive review of results from native and introduced areas

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dc.abstract.enPonderosa 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.
dc.affiliationWydział Leśny i Technologii Drewna
dc.affiliation.instituteKatedra Użytkowania Lasu
dc.contributor.authorTomczak, Karol
dc.contributor.authorVacek, Zdeněk
dc.contributor.authorCukor, Jan
dc.contributor.authorVacek, Stanislav
dc.contributor.authorBažant, Václav
dc.contributor.authorZeidler, Aleš
dc.contributor.authorTrojan, Václav
dc.contributor.authorGallo, Josef
dc.contributor.authorČerný, Jakub
dc.date.access2025-09-12
dc.date.accessioned2025-09-12T12:18:37Z
dc.date.available2025-09-12T12:18:37Z
dc.date.copyright2025-08-19
dc.date.issued2025
dc.description.abstract<jats:p>Ponderosa pine (<jats:italic>Pinus ponderosa</jats:italic>) 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 <jats:italic>P. ponderosa</jats:italic>’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 m<jats:sup>3</jats:sup>⋅ha<jats:sup>–1</jats:sup> 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.</jats:p>
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dc.description.versionfinal_published
dc.description.volume8
dc.identifier.doi10.3389/ffgc.2025.1585253
dc.identifier.issn2624-893X
dc.identifier.urihttps://sciencerep.up.poznan.pl/handle/item/4759
dc.identifier.weblinkhttps://www.frontiersin.org/journals/forests-and-global-change/articles/10.3389/ffgc.2025.1585253/full
dc.languageen
dc.pbn.affiliationforestry
dc.relation.ispartofFrontiers in Forests and Global Change
dc.relation.pagesart. 1585253
dc.rightsCC-BY
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dc.share.typeOPEN_JOURNAL
dc.subject.ensilviculture
dc.subject.enproduction
dc.subject.enecological valence
dc.subject.enintroduced tree species
dc.subject.enclimate change
dc.subject.enponderosa pine
dc.subtypeReviewArticle
dc.titleUnlocking Pinus ponderosa (Douglas ex C. Lawson) potential: a comprehensive review of results from native and introduced areas
dc.typeJournalArticle
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