Desenvolvimento de espécies arbóreas em sistemas agroflorestais para recuperação de áreas degradadas na floresta ombrófila densa, Paraty, RJ

Research demonstrates that 'mixed' planting (two plants per hole) in agroforestry systems significantly enhances tree species growth, regardless of whether leguminous or non-leguminous species are used. This approach shows promise for silvicultural production and the restoration of degraded areas within the dense Atlantic Forest at Paraty, Brazil. The study measured stem circumference, commercial height, and total height four years after planting, revealing that mixed planting outperforms single-planting methods in terms of growth efficiency. These findings provide a practical strategy for biodiversity conservation and ecosystem recovery in UNESCO-listed sites like Paraty and Ilha Grande.

Souza, M. C. S. d., & Piña-Rodrigues, F. C. M. (2013). Desenvolvimento de espécies arbóreas em sistemas agroflorestais para recuperação de áreas degradadas na floresta ombrófila densa, Paraty, RJ. Revista Árvore, 37(1), 89–98. https://doi.org/10.1590/s0100-67622013000100010