Variation in fibre properties of cultivated Siberian larch (Larix sibirica Ledeb.) in relation to radial and axial locations in the trunk

Introduction  

As the major resources of Siberian larch planted in Finland will be at a harvestable age in the near future, knowledge concerning wood and fibre properties of cultivated larches is needed. The properties affect both the character of pulp and paper, as well as properties important in the structural usage.