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| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 323-335 |
| Number of pages | 13 |
| Journal | Biological invasions |
| Volume | 5 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| Publication status | Published - Dec 2003 |
Abstract
Prunus serotina, a forest tree of North American origin, was introduced to central Europe and planted for various purposes. In the course of the centuries it was regarded as a valuable timber tree by European foresters; subsequently, as a useful non-timber species in forestry, a forest pest, a controllable weed and, eventually, as a species we have to live with. All these perceived qualities served as motives for action by humans without seeking scientific evidence for them: millions of specimens of P. serotina were planted, later millions of euros were spent in attempts at control. The species, and its changing perception through time, may be an example of the need for science-based assessments as a basis for developing policies concerning non-native plants.
Keywords
- Central Europe, Control, Exotic pest plant, Forestry, Impact, Nature conservation, Perception, Plant invasion, Prunus serotina, Use of alien plants
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Agricultural and Biological Sciences(all)
- Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
- Environmental Science(all)
- Ecology
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In: Biological invasions, Vol. 5, No. 4, 12.2003, p. 323-335.
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