C, N and P dynamics during litter decomposition in pure and mixed beech – conifer stands: Effects of litter species, site conditions and native vs non-native conifer species

• Published in: Forest ecology and management Vol. 594; p. 122929
• Main Authors: Stuckenberg, Thalea, Lu, Jing-Zhong, Scheu, Stefan
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier B.V 15.10.2025
• Subjects: Douglas-fir; European beech; Mixed forests; Monocultures; Norway spruce; Nutrient cycling; European beech; Nutrient cycling; Norway spruce; Douglas-fir; Monocultures; Mixed forests

The plantation of mixed forests including non-native tree species is increasing but its impacts on litter decomposition and nutrient cycling remains little studied across different site conditions. Using litterbags with European beech leaves, Norway spruce or Douglas-fir needles, we investigated lit...