Framework Tree Species
Definition
Indigenous, non-domesticated, forest tree species, which, when planted on deforested sites, rapidly re-establish forest structure and ecological functioning, whilst attracting seed dispersing wildlife.
Source
"Glossary", FOREST RESTORATION RESEARCH UNIT, 2008. "Research for Restoring Tropical Forest Ecosystems: A Practical Guide". Biology Department, Science Faculty, Chiang Mai University, Thailand. http://www.forru.org/PDF_Files/rfrtfpdf/rfrtfappendix.pdf