Dynamics of arbor layer in the Subtropical Evergreen Broad-leaved Forest in the Wuyi Mountains, Fujian Province, southeastern China in 2013-2018

A study on the subtropical evergreen broad-leaved forest in Mount Wuyi, Fujian Province, China, revealed shifts in tree species dynamics between 2013 and 2018. The research found that while species richness increased slightly, diversity indices like Shannon-Wiener and Simpson showed minor declines. Tree population declined by 6.5%, with higher mortality (2.3%) than recruitment (0.96%), suggesting heightened competition among species for resources like light. Notably, common species decreased while rare ones increased, indicating potential vulnerability to disturbances. The study also highlighted challenges in the regeneration of sun-adapted species like Alniphyllum fortunei and Schima superba, hinting at a possible shift toward shade-tolerant or intermediate species. This research provides critical insights into forest dynamics, aiding conservation efforts for UNESCO-listed sites.

DING Hui, 丁晖，陈水飞，徐辉，罗夏琦，李垚. (2022). Dynamics of arbor layer in the Subtropical Evergreen Broad-leaved Forest in the Wuyi Mountains, Fujian Province, southeastern China in 2013-2018. Acta Ecologica Sinica, 42(8). https://doi.org/10.5846/stxb202007051746