The phenomenon of Peatmass Change and Its Impact on Water Level in The Regenerated Melaleuca Forest Following a Fire Incident in U Minh Thuong National Park, Vietnam

Abstract

Purpose: The study was conducted in U Minh Thuong National Park to address forest regeneration. Theoretical framework: After a major forest fire in Vietnam, various measures were taken to promote forest regeneration, including afforestation, silvicultural solutions, and hydrological techniques such as rainwater storage to maintain humidity and prevent future fires. Method: Using a drill hand to collect samples at 15 plots to understand forest growth on three thickness levels of a pea. Each site to collect samples is three; each sample was one kg and coded a member of the site as UTM1, UTM2, UTM3, then gets to the Southern Institute of Forestry Science laboratory for analysis. Results and conclusion: There was a relationship between peat chemical indicators and the evolution of the Melaleuca forest. Peat thickness and flooding regime significantly influenced the growth of the Melaleuca forest, while another identified a relationship between peat chemical indicators and forest growth. Peat water's chemical composition changed considerably during the rainy and dry seasons, with nutrient content and pH affecting forest growth. Peat thickness and flooding regime were essential in regulating forest growth. These studies highlight the importance of considering multiple factors, such as peat thickness and chemical properties, when developing effective forest restoration strategies. Implications of the research: By understanding the relationship between peat thickness, chemical properties, and forest growth, forest managers can develop targeted strategies to promote regeneration while minimizing negative impacts on biodiversity. Originality/value: This study explores the relationship between peat thickness, chemical properties, and forest growth in forest regeneration after major fires. It integrates forestry, ecology, and hydrology to provide a holistic understanding of vegetation dynamics and the importance of peatlands in forest regeneration.