Root development is critical to successful establishment after seedlings are outplanted on a
forest restoration site. There is an array of practices nursery practitioners and foresters use to …

Recalcitrant seeds are characterized by desiccation and freezing sensitivity, and short
storage longevity. These physiological attributes obviate their ex situ conservation in …

Nothofagus alessandrii (ruil) is an endangered relict species, endemic to the Mediterranean
area of Chile, and one of the most threatened trees in the country. Its natural distribution …

Nothofagus (southern beech) species form a major component of southern hemisphere
forests, and in many regions are becoming an important focus for restoration efforts …

Phoebe bournei is a rare and endangered plant endemic to China with higher-value uses in
essential oil and structural wood production. Its seedlings are prone to death because of its …

Facing rapid loss of biodiversity as a consequence of climate change, Chile has formally
pledged to restore 600,000 ha of native forest by 2035. This effort, however, has not …

Plastic tree shelters are commonly used in plantations under Mediterranean climates to
protect against herbivory and enhance outplanting performance. However, effects on …

In Mediterranean climates, drought is recognized as the main abiotic stress negatively
affecting plant survival and growth after establishment. However, several factors besides …

Abstract The ruil (Nothofagus alessandrii Espinosa) forest is one of the most endangered-
endemic forest ecosystem in central Chile. The species is classified as shade-intolerant, but …

The role of a plant root system in resource acquisition is relevant to confront drought events
caused by climate change. Accordingly, nursery practices like phosphorous (P) fertilization …