Conservation Horticulture for Dipterocarpaceae
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Botanic Gardens Conservation International The world’s largest plant conservation network Conservation Horticulture for Dipterocarpaceae Credit: Randi Agusti Adapted from the ‘Workshop on Conservation of Dipterocarpaceae in Borneo’ Pangkalan Bun, Indonesia, September 9th- 12th, 2019 Part of the ‘Securing the future of threatened tree giants in Borneo’ Project Introduction The ‘Securing the future of threatened tree giants in Borneo’ project (2018- 2020) was funded by the National Geographic Society. The objectives of this project are: • Securing target Dipterocarp species by improving in situ information and developing living collections as sources for species recovery • Building technical and horticultural skills of local conservationists to ensure continued tree conservation This module is adapted from the content of the project workshop held in Pangkalan Bun in September 2019. The module aims to provide basic guidance on conservation techniques for Dipterocarpaceae. For more information on this project visit the Global Trees Campaign website. Acknowledgments The content of these modules was developed by: Botanic Gardens Conservation International, Tropical Rainforest Conservation & Research Centre, Dr. Iyan Robiansyah (Bogor Botanic Garden), Orangutan Foundation International & Mr. Randi Agusti, Bogor Agricultural University Contents This module is comprised of the following sections: 1. Introduction and Acknowledgments 2. Dipterocarpaceae of Indonesia 3. Collection and Nursery Propagation 4. Seedling Selection and Planting End of Section 1. Go to Section 2: Dipterocarpaceae of Indonesia Connecting People • Sharing Knowledge • Saving Plants Our Mission is to mobilise botanic gardens and engage partners in securing plant diversity for the well-being of people and the planet Descanso House, 199 Kew Road, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 3BW, UK www.bgci.org @bgci.