Rapid bamboo invasion (expansion) and its effects on biodiversity and soil processes +

Qiu-Fang Xu; Chen-Fei Liang; Jun-Hui Chen; Yong-Chun Li; Hua Qin; Jeffry J. Fuhrmann

Global Ecology and Conservation (Mar 2020)

Rapid bamboo invasion (expansion) and its effects on biodiversity and soil processes +

Qiu-Fang Xu,
Chen-Fei Liang,
Jun-Hui Chen,
Yong-Chun Li,
Hua Qin,
Jeffry J. Fuhrmann

Affiliations

Qiu-Fang Xu: The State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China; Zhejiang Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for Bamboo Resources and High-efficiency Utilization, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China; School of Environmental and Resource, Zhejiang A&F University, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China
Chen-Fei Liang: The State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China; Zhejiang Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for Bamboo Resources and High-efficiency Utilization, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China; School of Environmental and Resource, Zhejiang A&F University, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China
Jun-Hui Chen: The State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China; Zhejiang Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for Bamboo Resources and High-efficiency Utilization, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China; School of Environmental and Resource, Zhejiang A&F University, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China
Yong-Chun Li: The State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China; Zhejiang Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for Bamboo Resources and High-efficiency Utilization, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China; School of Environmental and Resource, Zhejiang A&F University, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China
Hua Qin: The State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China; Zhejiang Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for Bamboo Resources and High-efficiency Utilization, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China; School of Environmental and Resource, Zhejiang A&F University, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China; Corresponding author. The State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Lin'an, Hangzhou, 311300, China.
Jeffry J. Fuhrmann: Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, 19716, USA

Journal volume & issue: Vol. 21

Abstract

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Bamboo is an important forest resource in many countries that serves as an excellent substitute for timber products and provides a multitude of other food and non-food uses. This societal and economic significance has led to increased bamboo cultivation globally. This review describes the rapid expansion of bamboo hectarage, both intentional and by encroachment, in native and non-native countries. Also presented are details of the influence of bamboo invasion on biodiversity and soil processes as well as potential ecological risk. Finally, we suggest some strategies for controlling bamboo invasion and needs for further research. Keywords: Biological invasion, Ecological risk, Environmental degradation, Monoculture

Published in Global Ecology and Conservation

ISSN: 2351-9894 (Online)
Publisher: Elsevier
Country of publisher: Netherlands
LCC subjects: Science: Biology (General): Ecology
Website: http://www.journals.elsevier.com/global-ecology-and-conservation/

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