Decay of aspen and balsam poplar in Alberta

Authors

Y. Hiratsuka
A.A. Loman

Document Type

Article

Journal/Book Title/Conference

Information Report, Northern Forest Research Centre, Canada

Issue

No. NOR-X-262

Publication Date

1984

Abstract

Aspen (Populus tremuloides Michx.) and balsam poplar (P. balsamifera L.) represent about 40% of Alberta's forest resources, but utilization is only 1% of the total available. Decay and slain are two major factors limiting utilization of these species. Major decay-causing agents and types of decay of aspen and balsam poplar are reviewed, and the implications for management and utilization are discussed.

Recommended Citation

Decay of aspen and balsam poplar in Alberta. 1984. Hiratsuka, Y.; Loman, A.A. Environment Canada, Canadian Forestry Service, Northern Forest Research Centre, Edmonton, Alberta. Information Report NOR-X-262.