Jiong  Fu

Hainan Provincial Key Laboratory for Crop Molecular Breeding, Sanya, 572025, Hainan, China
Author    Correspondence author
International Journal of Super Species Research, 2024, Vol. 14, No. 1   
Received: 17 Dec., 2023    Accepted: 25 Jan., 2024    Published: 21 Feb., 2024

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Eucalyptus species have become a cornerstone in global forestry due to their rapid growth, adaptability, and economic value. This study explores the multifaceted role of Eucalyptus in global forestry, focusing on carbon sequestration, wood production, ecological impacts, and climate change adaptation. Eucalyptus plantations are significant carbon sinks, with integrated livestock-forestry systems showing promising results in carbon stock dynamics. Long-term studies indicate that management intensification can sustain wood production over multiple harvest cycles. However, the expansion of Eucalyptus plantations raises concerns about groundwater depletion and soil ecosystem impacts, particularly in dry regions. Climate change poses additional challenges, necessitating the identification of suitable Eucalyptus traits for future adaptability. Mixed plantations of Eucalyptus and native species offer a balanced approach, enhancing biodiversity while maintaining productivity. Despite their benefits, Eucalyptus plantations can also pose invasive risks to native ecosystems. This study underscores the need for sustainable management practices to maximize the ecological and economic benefits of Eucalyptus in global forestry.

Eucalyptus; Carbon sequestration; Climate change; Mixed plantations; Invasive species