Possibility of using lichen and mistletoe extracts as potential natural wood preservative

Yıldız, Ümit Cafer; Kiliç, Ceyhun; Gürgen, Ayşenur; Yıldız, Sibel

doi:10.4067/s0718-221x2020005000204

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“…Similar properties were also reported for extracts of Gynadriris sisyrinchium (L.) Parl, another poisonous plant [ 120 ]. Also, lichen ( Usnea filipendula ) and mistletoe ( Viscum album ) leave extracts applied on Scots pine sapwood reduced wood susceptibility to the fungal attack of C. puteana [ 121 ].…”

Section: Antifungal Substances Of Plant Originmentioning

confidence: 99%

Natural Compounds for Wood Protection against Fungi—A Review

Broda

2020

Molecules

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Wood is a renewable, versatile material with multiple applications and the largest terrestrial pool of sequestered carbon. However, it is susceptible to degradation, mainly caused by wood-decaying fungi. Since several traditional wood preservatives have been banned owing to their detrimental effects on humans and the environment, extending the lifespan of wood products using new generation natural preservatives is an imperative from the perspectives of human health and environmental protection. Several natural compounds of plant and animal origin have been tested for their fungicidal properties, including essential oils, tannins, wood extractives, alkaloids, propolis or chitosan; and their enormous potential in wood protection has been shown. Although they are not free of limitations, the potential methods to overcome their drawbacks and enhance their bioactivity already exist, such as co-impregnation with different polymers, cross-linkers, metal chelators or antioxidants. The presence of the discrepancies between laboratory tests and the field performance, as well as legislation-related problems resulting from the lack of standards defining the quality and performance of natural protective formulations, however, create an urgent need for further thorough research and arrangements. The collaboration with other industries interested in the utilisation of natural active compounds will reduce the associated costs, thus, will facilitate the successful implementation of alternative antifungal agents.

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Section: Antifungal Substances Of Plant Originmentioning

confidence: 99%

Natural Compounds for Wood Protection against Fungi—A Review

Broda

2020

Molecules

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“…Finnish industry experts predict that the demand and opportunities for more sustainable and environmentally friendly methods of wood preservation will increase in the future, and hence the volume of production. This finding is supported by increased worldwide research into bio-based wood preservatives such as mistletoe and lichen extracts [84], propolis extracts [85], and vegetable and fruit peel extracts [86] because of environmental concerns about toxic chemicals, stricter policy pressure, and efforts to mitigate climate change and other global sustainability topics [67].…”

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Wood Preservation Practices and Future Outlook: Perspectives of Experts from Finland

Järvinen

Ilgın

Karjalainen

2022

Forests

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This paper examined wood preservation practices and outlook considering climate change from the perspective of Finnish experts through interviews. Key findings highlighted that: (1) pressure impregnated wood will continually evolve and secure its market, and it seems worthy of developing modified wood products, especially with the increasing attention to recyclability and lifecycle concepts; (2) demand for highly processed surface treatment products is high; (3) opportunities for more sustainable and environmentally friendly wood preservation methods, and thus production volume will increase in the future; (4) increasing mold problems in Finland due to climate change make surface treatment more important than ever; (5) demands for fire protection treatments are increasing, but fire testing fees and processes have slowed product development; (6) although the possibility of the spread of termites triggered by global warming to Finland seems to be a future scenario, this issue needs to be considered in products exported to hot countries; and (7) preservatives have become more critical to protect untreated wood from the adverse effects of climate change. It is believed that this study will help accelerate the transition of innovative and environmentally friendly wood treatments on the Finnish market, thereby promoting the use of wood in the building construction industry.

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“…Extracts that exhibit antifungal activity, such as the extracts of mimosa bark (Acacia mollissima) and quebracho (Schinopsis lorentzii) [33], as well as the essential oils of P. graveolens and their fractions [34], and the mistletoe leaves and extracts of lichen [35], extracts from the heartwood of Teak (Tectona grandis) [36], extracts of propolis [37] and extracts from the peel of fruits and vegetables [38] have great potential with preservatives for wood. As can be seen, research with natural extracts has been extensive and has proven to be effective in resisting biodeterioration, but its leaching of wood into the environment remains a challenge to be overcome.…”

Section: Tablementioning

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Preservative Treatments on Wood and Their Effects on Metal Fasteners

Dias¹,

Barreiros²

2022

Engineered Wood Products for Construction

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Wood as a building material has characteristics that make it attractive environmentally compared to other materials. It is an economic, historical and sustainable material. Many species of wood are naturally resistant to the action of the organisms that degrade them. However, species with this natural resistance are unable to meet the demand for wood and wood-based products, which have been growing year by year. The scarcity of species resistant to biological degradation forced man to use other less durable species, mainly of rapid growth, from reforestation, such as some species of Eucalyptus and Pinus. These species have moderate or no resistance to attack by biological agents and require preservative treatments. And to increase the life span of these fast-growing woods, protecting them from fungi, insects and other xylophagous organisms, several preservative agents are used, these compounds being highly toxic to these biodeteriorating organisms. It is known that the effectiveness of traditional wood preservation systems is due to the biocidal effect of the products used, however, they pollute the environment. Thus, there is an increasing need to develop effective preservative chemicals, non-toxic to humans and the environment.

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Possibility of using lichen and mistletoe extracts as potential natural wood preservative

Cited by 5 publications

References 17 publications

Natural Compounds for Wood Protection against Fungi—A Review

Natural Compounds for Wood Protection against Fungi—A Review

Wood Preservation Practices and Future Outlook: Perspectives of Experts from Finland

Preservative Treatments on Wood and Their Effects on Metal Fasteners

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