Evaluating Aboveground Biomass And Carbon Stock of Leucaena leucocephala in Bandar Jeli, Kelantan

Siti Noor Balqis Bukhari and Nur Aishah Izzati Abdullah and Mohamad Faiz Mohd Amin and Janshah Moktar and Ag Ahmad Mohd Yunus and Rosdi Koter and Dasrul Iskandar Darus and Roziela Hanim Alamjuri and Musri Ismenyah and Mohd Sukhairi Mat Rasat (2024) Evaluating Aboveground Biomass And Carbon Stock of Leucaena leucocephala in Bandar Jeli, Kelantan. Borneo Journal of Sciences and Technology, 7. pp. 105-112.

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Abstract

This study assesses the aboveground biomass and carbon stock of Leucaena leucocephala, a fast-growing leguminous tree species, in Bandar Jeli, Kelantan. L. leucocephala is recognised for its potential in agroforestry, soil improvement, and carbon sequestration, making it an ideal candidate for carbon stock evaluation in tropical regions. By applying non-destructive sampling techniques and allometric equations, the diameter at breast height (DBH) range of 5 to 15 cm was measured for each chosen stands in four stratified random sampling plots. The means for DBH, aboveground biomass, and carbon stock were 10.45cm, 70.682Mg/ha and 33.221MgC/ha respectively. The findings indicate significant carbon storage capacity, highlighting the ecological and economic benefits of L. leucocephala in reforestation and carbon offset initiatives. This study provides valuable insights into the potential role of L. leucocephala in local and regional carbon management strategies, offering a model for sustainable land use practices in tropical forest ecosystems.

Item Type:	Article
Keyword:	Aboveground biomass, Carbon stock, Leucaena leucocephala
Subjects:	Q Science > QH Natural history > QH1-278.5 Natural history (General) > QH1-(199.5) General Including nature conservation, geographical distribution S Agriculture > SD Forestry > SD1-669.5 Forestry
Department:	FACULTY > Faculty of Tropical Forestry
Depositing User:	SITI AZIZAH BINTI IDRIS -
Date Deposited:	20 Aug 2025 10:41
Last Modified:	20 Aug 2025 10:41
URI:	https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/45010

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