Questions: Do invasions of P. halepensis (Aleppo pine) from plantations into adjacent
natural communities occur in the Mediterranean region, where the species is native? What …

The objective of this study was to examine postfire regeneration of tree, shrub, and dwarf
shrub species, in relation to levels of damage in four planted pine forests (Pinus pinea …

Non-native trees enhance services that are fundamental for human well-being. Yet, the
extensive use of non-native trees has the potential of causing environmental and socio …

The ecological impacts of forest plantations are a focus of intense debate, from studies that
consider plantations as “biological deserts” to studies showing positive effects on plant …

Several eucalypt species are known for their capacity to massively regenerate through
seeds in recently burned areas, becoming an ecological problem in regions where the …

Interest in biomass‐based energy in the southeastern Unites States has led to increased
need for fast‐growing tree species. Several Eucalyptus species exhibit characteristics that …

This paper examines the results of plantings of the Mediterranean pine species, Pinus
halepensis and Pinus pinea, in a degraded Mediterranean kermes oak (Quercus coccifera) …

As matrices form the major component of landscapes mosaics, assessing regeneration
suitability for native species within matrices is relevant for conservation and mandatory if …

Many species of the genus Pinus are important forestry trees that escape from plantations
and invade natural and seminatural habitats. This study compares the native Pinus sylvestris …

Plantations of alien tree species may pose environmental risks associated to their
spontaneous spread in areas of introduction. Eucalyptus globulus Labill. is one of the most …