Abstract
The purpose of this project is to estimate the accumulation and distribution of woody debris of Cryptomeria japonica plantations, one of major plantations in Taiwan. Three or four plots in selected plantations will be established to monitor the tree components and woody debris. The woody debris is classified by several factors, such as size, decay condition, and location. The results will indicate the basic information to understand the dynamic storages of organic matter and carbon on the forest ground through woody debris in the plantations and how important is the carbon storage of woody debris in this forest ecosystem. The information will be as references for the management of the Cryptomeria japonica plantations in the future.