An index to identify suitable species in urban green areas

García-García, María J.; Sánchez-Medina, Álvaro; Alfonso-Corzo, Eva; García, Concepción González

doi:10.1016/j.ufug.2016.01.006

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“…Another area of concern is the widespread cultivation of exotic species throughout Karachi. Compared with native species, alien species are not suitable for cultivation in urban areas [31]. In addition, natural roadside trees have greater diversity and density than exotic species [32].…”

Section: Importance Of Road Tree Populationsmentioning

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The Connections between Above-Ground Biomass and Plant Diversity of Roadside Trees, Density and Diversity on Different Types of Roads in Karachi

Nizamani¹,

Bhatti²,

Cheng³

et al. 2021

Pol. J. Environ. Stud.

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Although Karachi city is one of the world's fastest growing cities and considered one of the largest cities of the world, not much is known about its roadside trees. The roadside trees of different types of roads (e.g. Wide roads, Medium roads) in Karachi city of Sindhi, Pakistan were studied. Based on the field sample survey, tree species diversity of different types of roads were examined through different diversity indexes. Furthermore, the relationship between above ground biomass and biodiversity was studied by linear regression model. A total of 180 plots were surveyed, which were divided into three main types of roads. The most significant amount of tree biomass per unit area was found in Wide roads 4.27 kg/m 2 , followed by medium roads. The least biomass per unit area was found in the narrow roads, where trees biomass per unit area was 2.44 kg/m 2. A single or a small number of species dominate in the observed area that decline the species diversity. A nonnative species Conocarpus erectus revealed dominance which was followed by Guaiacum officinale on all types

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Section: Importance Of Road Tree Populationsmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Connections between Above-Ground Biomass and Plant Diversity of Roadside Trees, Density and Diversity on Different Types of Roads in Karachi

Nizamani¹,

Bhatti²,

Cheng³

et al. 2021

Pol. J. Environ. Stud.

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“…The objective of these tools is to monitor the effectiveness of management measures taken and to contribute to eco-innovation (Fernando et al 2019). Most often they are composite indicators (Machado 2004;Garcia-Garcia et al 2016). The RENATU indicator makes it possible to estimate the potential for hosting biodiversity in UILTI rightsof-way.…”

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RENATU: a tool for assessing the ecological potential of an industrial or urban site for non-specialist users

Pech,

Lefèbure,

Thuillier

et al. 2022

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The biodiversity strategy of companies is part of their financial and social performance. Urban, Industrial and Linear Transport Infrastructures (UILTI) integrate green spaces. For these, managers are asking for tools to assess and monitor their biodiversity. RENATU is a potential biodiversity indicator. It is composed of several indices that concern ecosystem features. The more complex the environment, the greater the taxonomic diversity. The complexity of the ecological components, measured by the indices, is indicative of the potential for hosting plant and animal species (insects, arthropods, butterflies, birds, mammals, etc.). A total of 96 sites were used to test this indicator. The results demonstrate the homogeneity of the ecological indices. An evaluation by means of a user questionnaire was used to confirm its relevance as a potential biodiversity management tool. Such an indicator is part of the corporate social responsibility strategy. It enhances both financial and social performance.

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“…It is resistant to dust and gases, including those from vehicles, and it traps dust well (Lavoie et al, 2013). It is undemanding with respect to soil composition and moisture requirements, and it is resistant to cold (Possen et al, 2011;Lehvävirta et al, 2014;Garcia-Garcia et al, 2016;Yalaltdinova et al, 2018). Another advantage of poplar is its rapid growth (FAO, 2016).…”

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Assessment of the condition of Balsam poplar trees (Populus balsamifera L.) in a residental area of Bratsk

Рунова¹,

Verkhoturov²,

Аношкина³

et al. 2021

Acta Silvae et Ligni

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In this study, we investigated the health status of balsam poplar (Populus balsamifera L.) trees in a residential area of the city of Bratsk (Irkutsk Oblast, Russia). Visual and instrumental assessment of the health status of pruned and unpruned trees was performed. The identified internal defects in the tree were analyzed with a Resistograph device, which enabled the extent of decayed wood to be determined. Visual analysis revealed various types of damage: dried branches, brittle crowns, frost cracks, mechanical damage, curvature of trunks, decay and inclusions of foreign bodies. We compared trees with and without canopy pruning. We found that pruned trees were significantly more damaged than non-pruned trees. Decomposing wood at different stages of development was found in all the trees studied. A tree passport combining the visual and instrumental assessment data was compiled for each tree. The results of the research were used to formulate conclusions and recommendations for improving the management of urban trees in order to restore their ecological and aesthetic functions.

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An index to identify suitable species in urban green areas

Cited by 14 publications

References 31 publications

The Connections between Above-Ground Biomass and Plant Diversity of Roadside Trees, Density and Diversity on Different Types of Roads in Karachi

The Connections between Above-Ground Biomass and Plant Diversity of Roadside Trees, Density and Diversity on Different Types of Roads in Karachi

RENATU: a tool for assessing the ecological potential of an industrial or urban site for non-specialist users

Assessment of the condition of Balsam poplar trees (Populus balsamifera L.) in a residental area of Bratsk

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