A competition function for tree and stand growth model

William R. Harms

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A competition function for tree and stand growth model

Informally Refereed

Authors:

William R. Harms

Year:

1981

Type:

Scientific Journal

Station:

Southern Research Station

Source:

Southern Silvicultural- Research Conference, Atlanta, Georgia, November 6-7, 1980.

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Abstract

A two term function is described that is significantly correlated with annual diameter growth of individual loblolly pine (Pinus taeda L.) trees. One term expresses competition in the whole stand; the other is a measure of the competitive advantage of individual trees. The function op erates by reducing the effective growing space of a tree, defined as the space available per tree in stands that are actively self-thinning.

Citation

Harms, William R. 1981. A competition function for tree and stand growth model. Paper presented at the Southern Silvicultural- Research Conference, Atlanta, Georgia, November 6-7, 1980.