Especies para reforestación en Nicaragua (Species for Reforestation in Nicaragua)

Background

This manual provides information about multipurpose trees in Nicaragua.

Conclusions & Takeaways

The work describes over 38 species highlight the distribution, environmental requirements, silviculture, management, seed collection, and uses of the trees.  Moreover, information about plantations establishment is provided, including topics such as; the width of roads, definition of protected areas, improvement of the wood, soil preparation, weeding and herbicide application , fertilization, and fire protection needed to maintain a plantation.  Additionally, information about the main diseases and infestations that affect certain trees in a plantation is given. Finally, the species are grouped into categories related to their use such as; lumber, firewood, charcoal, paper, agroforestry, food for people or animals, among others.