Integration of erica manipuliflora salisb. into inventory, production forest management plans in dalaman (Muğla) planning unit

Studies on non-wood plant products (NWPP) in Türkiye are limited to providing information on their traditional uses and creating lists. The leading cause is the difficulties experienced in their inventory and planning. In this study, research was carried out on the production possibilities of the Erica manipuliflora Salisb. species, which is important in beekeeping activities in the Dalaman region, through generative and vegetative means, and its spatial presence in growing environments and integration into management plans. Line Intersection (line intersection) method was used to determine the areal formations of the species, and logistic regression analysis was used in the calculation of presence in the area. Sample samples, cutting samples were taken in different periods and types in the production processes. The results of rooting percentage, root length and root number measurements in cuttings were analyzed with ANOVA and Duncan tests. In addition, it was aimed to change the forest management plans by using aerial photography (drone) and Sentinel-2 satellite image systems. In the research area, Erica manipuliflora has spread in 294.7 ha area and the average success was determined as 79.5% according to the logistic regression model. Seed production successes were unsuccessful, but in cutting production, the highest rooting percentage was 75.4% with 4000 ppm NAA, the longest root length was 8.46 cm with IBA 2000 ppm + NAA 1000 ppm and the highest root number was 17.31 with IBA 1000.