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| Microberlinia bisulcata
Leguminosae Zebrano Distribution This species is endemic to Cameroon. Habitat Population Status and Trends Information is not available but could be inferred from the extent and rate of decline of the coastal evergreen rainforests in Cameroon. The species has a very limited distribution within Cameroon (Gartlan, in litt. 1991).
Role of Species in its Ecosystem This is an ectomycorrhizal species and is efficient in phosphorus recycling. Ecophysiological work is currently being carried out on this species and related Leguminous species within Korup. Threats Cutting for the inernational market. Utilisation A speciality timber with white and black streaks used in turnery. Trade This timber fetches a high price (African Regional Workshop, 1996). Conservation Status IUCN Category and Criteria: CR (A1c) (African Regional Workshop, 1996) Conservation Measures In-situ conservation provided by Korup National Park and ex-situ conservation presently being undertaken by the Forest Research Station, Kumbu, Cameroon should be intensified (African Regional Workshop, 1996) References African Regional Workshop, 1996. Conservation and Sustainable Management of Trees project workshop held in Harare, Zimbabawe, July, 1996. Gartlan, S. 1991. In litt. to WCMC. White F., 1983. The Vegetation of Africa. A descriptive memoir to accompany the Unesco/AETFAT/UNSO vegetation map of Africa. Paris:Unesco. pp.356. |
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