Phenotypic variation in calorific value of melaleuca materials from South Florida. [Melaleuca quinquenervia]

Journal Article · Fri Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 1982 · Econ. Bot.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02858884· OSTI ID:6031763

Wang, S C; Littell, R C

Melaleuca quinquenervia trees were selected from 10 plots in natural stands in 2 areas on the Gulf and Atlantic coasts of Florida. Stem discs were taken at b.h., and wood and bark samples dried and calorific values determined separately by bomb calorimetry. Overall, there was n.s.d. between samples from the 2 areas, but differences were significant among plots and among trees within plots. There was no correlation between calorific value and tree size (d.b.h.). Average calorific values were 4396 cal/g for wood and 6173 cal/g for bark. Implications for genetic improvement are discussed.

• Research Organization: Univ. of Florida, Gainesville
• OSTI ID: 6031763
• Journal Information: Econ. Bot.; (United States), Journal Name: Econ. Bot.; (United States) Vol. 37:3; ISSN ECBOA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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