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Chemical Stimulation of Lightwood in Southern Pines.

Informally Refereed

Abstract

A summary of research findings on the use of paraquat to produce resin soaking or bole xylem tissue in southern pines.Concentrations of paraquat, methods of application, expected yields, and likelihood of insect damage after treatment are recommended.

Keywords

Pinus taeda, Pinus elliottii, paraquat, herbicide, oleoresin, resin soaking

Citation

Stubbs, Jack; Roberts, Donald R.; Outcalt, Kenneth W. 1984. Chemical Stimulation of Lightwood in Southern Pines. Gen. Tech. Rep. SE-25. Asheville, NC: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Southeastern Forest Experiment Station. 51 p.
Citations
https://www.fs.usda.gov/research/treesearch/916