@article{article_1771903, title={DETERMINATION OF THE ANATOMICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF SOME WOODY SPECIES GROWING IN ARID AND SEMI-ARID AREAS}, journal={Turkish Journal of Forest Science}, volume={9}, pages={240–252}, year={2025}, DOI={10.32328/turkjforsci.1771903}, author={Akgün, Bülent}, keywords={Ksilem anatomisi, kurak ve yarı kurak alanlar, Orta Anadolu, Karapınar-Konya}, abstract={In this study, the wood and stem structures of selected woody species employed in afforestation practices in the Central Anatolia Region, one of the arid and semi-arid zones of Turkey, were examined under natural conditions. The species investigated included black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia L.), Arabian almond (Amygdalus arabica L.), and fourwing saltbush (Atriplex canescens (Pursh) Nutt.). Their anatomical attributes conferring resistance to drought stress were assessed. Wood samples obtained from these species were prepared as permanent slides, and both xylem anatomical features and fiber morphological characteristics were analyzed. In conclusion, due to its possession of numerous and small-sized tracheae, its short and thick fiber structure, and its high abundance of bordered pits, Atriplex canescens can be prioritized for use in this and similar areas. The findings indicate that Robinia pseudoacacia and Amygdalus arabica are ecologically capable of tolerating drought and may therefore be utilized in afforestation programs in comparable environments. Moreover, their fiber structure and the abundance of bordered pits suggest a capacity for rapid adaptation to such conditions. Collectively, these results demonstrate the ability of these species, which naturally occur in arid regions, to withstand adverse environmental factors, and highlight their potential for use in future rehabilitation and plantation projects due to their favorable resilience traits.}, number={2}, publisher={Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam Üniversitesi}