Dynamiczne krzywe bonitacyjne dla sosny zwyczajnej (Pinus sylvestris L.) z południowej Polski

The aim of the study was to develop a site index model for Scots pine stands in southern Poland describing changes in height growth of stand's upper storey over time. The research material contained the height growth data obtained from an analysis of 189 tree stems. The collected material was used to develop the parameters of six dynamic growth equations which allowed to determine site productivity and predict changes in height growth of stands with age. Statistical criteria for assessing the accuracy of mapping empirical data and biological reasonableness were the basis of selection of the equation that best fits changes in height growth of the examined pine stands with age. The developed model can be used to predict the growth rate and determine the site index for Scots pine stands in southern Poland.