Choosing between native and introduced tree species when planting

Key messages

• Both native and introduced tree species are important for planting, but the choice of which category to plant depends on the desired products and ecosystem services, the location and the planters themselves.
• Global planting initiatives are making an increased effort to include a wider range of native trees. This is to counter the current focus on a narrow species base, which leaves planted trees susceptible to system shocks and may impact the supply of tree products and services, and reflects a greater focus on tree planting for ecological restoration.
• This brief presents pros and cons for planting native and introduced tree species, and explores bottlenecks in the use of native trees for planting.
• Important measures to address these bottlenecks include making high-quality seeds and seedlings more available for planting, as well as developing and sharing decision-support tools to better target planting, improve tree management and ensure more effective use.

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