Ecology and Management of Pericopsis elata (Harms) Meeuwen (Fabaceae) Populations: A Review

Background

This paper conducts a literature review of the economically important timber species P. elata, paying close attention to studies that examine the tree's ecology, management, and genetics. 

Conclusions & Takeaways

They note that while trade information on the species is abundantly available through CITES data, ecological research on the species is slim. The authors point out the species' historical range and called for inexpensive and large-scale management options to secure its future.