Dwarftmistletoe Effects in Mature Ponderosa Pine Forests in South-Central Oregon

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T. W. Childs; Earle R. Wilcox

doi:10.1093/jof/64.4.246

April 1, 1966Journal of Forestry

Dwarftmistletoe Effects in Mature Ponderosa Pine Forests in South-Central Oregon

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Key Points

Dwarfmistletoe infection significantly reduces growth rates in ponderosa pine forests, leading to increased tree mortality.
The relationship between infection intensity and loss is proportional, highlighting that higher infection leads to greater growth and mortality decline.
Assessments using Keen's system indicate that infection effects on crown condition underestimate the true impact on the trees.
Effective forest management necessitates rigorous discrimination against infected trees to sustain forest health and vitality.

Implication

Dwarfmistletoe infection reduces growth and increases mortality in ponderosa pine forests, suggesting management strategies are crucial.

Abstract

Dwarfmistletoe infection reduces growth rates and increases mortality rates. These losses are roughly proportional to intensity of infection and are greater than would be expected on the basis of dwarfmistletoe effects on crown condition as rated by Keen's system. In most circumstances, good management requires rigorous discrimination against infected trees.

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Dwarftmistletoe Effects in Mature Ponderosa Pine Forests in South-Central Oregon

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Dwarftmistletoe Effects in Mature Ponderosa Pine Forests in South-Central Oregon

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