An Investigation of Plant Species Diversity, Above-Ground Biomass, and Carbon Stock: Insights from a Dry Dipterocarp Forest Case Study
Carbon dioxide (CO<sub>2</sub>) is a predominant greenhouse gas significantly contributing to atmospheric heat retention, primarily driven by anthropogenic activities intensifying the greenhouse effect. This study aims to evaluate the diversity of plant species, above-ground biomass (AGB...
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| description | Carbon dioxide (CO<sub>2</sub>) is a predominant greenhouse gas significantly contributing to atmospheric heat retention, primarily driven by anthropogenic activities intensifying the greenhouse effect. This study aims to evaluate the diversity of plant species, above-ground biomass (AGB), and carbon stock within a dry dipterocarp forest, which is a vital local natural resource. This study presents a comprehensive evaluation of plant species diversity, AGB, and carbon stock capacity within a dry dipterocarp forest at the Nature Study Center, Mahasarakham University, located in the Kham Riang Subdistrict of Kantharawichai District, Maha Sarakham Province, spanning an area of 20.80 hectares. Ten sample plots, each measuring 40 × 40 m, were established and distributed across the study area. The diameter at breast height (DBH) and the height of the trees were meticulously recorded for all trees within these plots. Advanced statistical techniques were employed to calculate the relative dominance (RD), relative frequency (RF), and Importance Value Index (IVI), alongside a comprehensive assessment of plant species diversity. The AGB was assessed using precise allometric equations, with a focus on analyzing carbon storage within woody biomass. The findings revealed the presence of 52 tree species across 26 families within the forest. The total AGB was measured at 144.510 tons, with carbon stock reaching 67.920 tCO<sub>2</sub>. These results offer critical insights into enhancing land management strategies to optimize carbon stock, thereby playing a vital role in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, a significant factor in climate change dynamics. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-2d309a33201649f99106fe8bd3fdb81b2025-08-20T03:24:36ZengMDPI AGDiversity1424-28182025-06-0117642810.3390/d17060428An Investigation of Plant Species Diversity, Above-Ground Biomass, and Carbon Stock: Insights from a Dry Dipterocarp Forest Case StudyChaiphat Plybour0Teerawong Laosuwan1Yannawut Uttaruk2Piyatida Awichin3Tanutdech Rotjanakusol4Jumpol Itsarawisut5Mehsa Singharath6Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham 44150, ThailandDepartment of Physics, Faculty of Science, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham 44150, ThailandGreenhouse Gas Research Center and Operations, Faculty of Science, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham 44150, ThailandDepartment of Physics, Faculty of Science, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham 44150, ThailandDepartment of Physics, Faculty of Science, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham 44150, ThailandDepartment of Physics, Faculty of Science, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham 44150, ThailandNampapa Nakhoneluang, Vientiane Capital Water Supply State Enterprise, Kaisone Road, Xaysettha District, Vientiane City 01000, LaosCarbon dioxide (CO<sub>2</sub>) is a predominant greenhouse gas significantly contributing to atmospheric heat retention, primarily driven by anthropogenic activities intensifying the greenhouse effect. This study aims to evaluate the diversity of plant species, above-ground biomass (AGB), and carbon stock within a dry dipterocarp forest, which is a vital local natural resource. This study presents a comprehensive evaluation of plant species diversity, AGB, and carbon stock capacity within a dry dipterocarp forest at the Nature Study Center, Mahasarakham University, located in the Kham Riang Subdistrict of Kantharawichai District, Maha Sarakham Province, spanning an area of 20.80 hectares. Ten sample plots, each measuring 40 × 40 m, were established and distributed across the study area. The diameter at breast height (DBH) and the height of the trees were meticulously recorded for all trees within these plots. Advanced statistical techniques were employed to calculate the relative dominance (RD), relative frequency (RF), and Importance Value Index (IVI), alongside a comprehensive assessment of plant species diversity. The AGB was assessed using precise allometric equations, with a focus on analyzing carbon storage within woody biomass. The findings revealed the presence of 52 tree species across 26 families within the forest. The total AGB was measured at 144.510 tons, with carbon stock reaching 67.920 tCO<sub>2</sub>. These results offer critical insights into enhancing land management strategies to optimize carbon stock, thereby playing a vital role in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, a significant factor in climate change dynamics.https://www.mdpi.com/1424-2818/17/6/428climate changecarbon dioxideplant species diversityabove-ground biomasscarbon stockdry dipterocarp forest |
| spellingShingle | Chaiphat Plybour Teerawong Laosuwan Yannawut Uttaruk Piyatida Awichin Tanutdech Rotjanakusol Jumpol Itsarawisut Mehsa Singharath An Investigation of Plant Species Diversity, Above-Ground Biomass, and Carbon Stock: Insights from a Dry Dipterocarp Forest Case Study Diversity climate change carbon dioxide plant species diversity above-ground biomass carbon stock dry dipterocarp forest |
| title | An Investigation of Plant Species Diversity, Above-Ground Biomass, and Carbon Stock: Insights from a Dry Dipterocarp Forest Case Study |
| title_full | An Investigation of Plant Species Diversity, Above-Ground Biomass, and Carbon Stock: Insights from a Dry Dipterocarp Forest Case Study |
| title_fullStr | An Investigation of Plant Species Diversity, Above-Ground Biomass, and Carbon Stock: Insights from a Dry Dipterocarp Forest Case Study |
| title_full_unstemmed | An Investigation of Plant Species Diversity, Above-Ground Biomass, and Carbon Stock: Insights from a Dry Dipterocarp Forest Case Study |
| title_short | An Investigation of Plant Species Diversity, Above-Ground Biomass, and Carbon Stock: Insights from a Dry Dipterocarp Forest Case Study |
| title_sort | investigation of plant species diversity above ground biomass and carbon stock insights from a dry dipterocarp forest case study |
| topic | climate change carbon dioxide plant species diversity above-ground biomass carbon stock dry dipterocarp forest |
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