Research Article | Published: 01 December 2002

Silvicultural aspect of Baen (Avicennia spp.) - The pioneer tree species in the Sundarbans

A.S.M. Helal Siddqui

Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products | Volume: 9 | Issue: 3/4 | Page No. 156-162 | 2002
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2002-J279C9 | Cite this article

Abstract

Baen (Avicennia spp.) are fast growing, pioneer large tree species in the Sundarbans Reserved Forest of Bangladesh. Three species of Baen occurring in Sundarbans are - Big baen (Avicennia officinalis), Sada baen (A. alba) and Maricha baen (A. marina). Among these species, first one is most common all over the Sundarbans and the third one is very rare. They have useful role in environmental protection and biodiversity conservation. These species are source of fire-wood, tannin, medicine, house fence, rafter, poles, jetty, roof paneling, glue, paper, chipboard, hard board, packing boxes, honey from its flowers, fodder and fish–food; ash for washing materials. They provide shelter for domestic animals and wildlife. They have a role in maintaining food chain in the forest ecosystem. Proper management practices have to be evolved for maintaining sustainable yield and for conservation of biodiversity.

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Siddqui, A.H., 2002. Silvicultural aspect of Baen (Avicennia spp.) - The pioneer tree species in the Sundarbans. Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products, 9(3/4), pp.156-162. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2002-J279C9

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