Saxena, A. K. ; Singh, S. P. ; Singh, J. S. (1984) Population structure of forests of Kumaun Himalaya: implications for management Journal of Environmental Management, 19 (4). pp. 307-324. ISSN 0301-4797
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Abstract
The tree population structure of Kumaun Himalayan forests was analysed through density-diameter relationships. The density-diameter distribution curve for all species in the entire region shows an overall convex appearance (largely second derivative negative). Such a structure reflects predominantly an early succesisonal forest. Management practices have promoted this form of forest over large areas, at the expense of multistratal diverse forests. A marked paucity of old-growth forest is evident. A continuation of the current management and biotic conditions will lead to further replacement of the potential natural vegetation of oaks by successional species such as pine.
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