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A review of kowhai (Sophora spp.) and its potential for commercial forestry

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A review of kowhai (Sophora spp.) and its potential for commercial forestry
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Background: Demand for imported sawn timbers in New Zealand has increased over the last decade, reflecting the lack of New Zealand-grown, naturally durable timber in the domestic market. Therefore, a market opportunity exists for sustainably grown, naturally durable timbers in New Zealand for specialty applications. Kowhai (Sophora spp.) are New Zealand native tree species, known for their bright, yellow flowers and reported to produce coloured, naturally durable heartwood.Methods: Informatio...

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Research paper
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Journal article
Date created
2021
Creator
Nguyen L / Bayne K / Altaner, Clemens
URL
https://hdl.handle.net/10092/102243
Related subjects
heartwood / indigenous forestry / natural durability / native forestry / speciality timbers / timber properties / Nga Upoko Tukutuku / Maori Subject Headings::Ohaoha | Economics::Ahumahi | Industries::Ahumahi ngahere | Ngāherehere; Ono rākau; Turaki; Forestry; Logging / Ecological Applications / Forestry Sciences / Agricultural, veterinary and food sciences / Forestry sciences / Agroforestry / Forestry product quality assessment / Indigenous studies / Ngā mātauranga taiao o te Māori (Māori environmental knowledges) / Te ahuwhenua me ngā mahi ngahere o te Māori (Māori agriculture and forestry)

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