Tree species selection and configuration in the ecological landscape forest along the Yangtze River in Jiangsu Province
Fifty-nine afforestation species were selected for the shelter forest through investigation for the dominant species resources of old or famous trees and the tree species distribution from the forest within the 1 km range of both sides along the Yangtze River in 8 cities of Jiangsu Province,and integration research on the tree species selection for the Yangtze River shelter forest.For the characteristics of the dike trunk area,the waterfront area and the beach area,10 indexes of ecologi-cal,landscape and social benefits were determined for comprehensive evaluation,sort and classification of these species,by using scientific data research and expert consultation.The results showed that 59 species could be classified into three types in each ecological area.Type 1,including 15,7 and 7 species respectively,was of main priority.Type 2,induding 22,40 and 29 species respectively,was of general use,and another few were candidates.Combining the land occupation condition and the applicability of tree species,corresponding tree species and configuration were proposed.
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