Hybrid effects on processing recovery, wood quality, and structural performance of engineered Eucalyptus pellita products

Abstract

Eucalyptus pellita is cultivated for pulpwood in tropical and subtropical regions but remains underutilised for structural applications, particularly in dry tropical environments. Compared to well-studied species such as Eucalyptus grandis and Eucalyptus globulus, its potential in engineered wood products is poorly understood. As plantation industries seek to diversify products and increase wood value, understanding the structural suitability of E. pellita hybrids is critical. This study evaluated the performance of E. pellita and its F1 and backcross hybrids across two dry tropical sites, spanning log quality, product recovery, structural properties, and genetic associations. Billets were a..