SIMEONE Marco Cosimo
(syllabus)
Introduction to Forest Biodiversity: definition, Importance and threats. Introduction to the Italian wild dendroflora: general characters of trees and forests. Biomes and Phytoclimes. Species ranges. Taxonomy and identification of the most important tree species used in nursery activities. Forest seeds: biology, harvesting, conservation. Provenance regions. National legislation. Forest seeds: dormancy removal and germination. Quality tests and routine analyses. Organization and management of forest nurseries. Development of plantation plans.
(reference books)
Magini E. “Appunti di Vivaistica Forestale”. Cusl Firenze 1985
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