Türkiye'nin Tehdit Altındaki Doğal Şimşirlerinin (Buxus sempervirens L. ve Buxus balearica Lam.) Mevcut Durumu ve Kalan Son Lokasyonlar

We investigated the current status and last locations of Turkey’s native Buxus species under threats especially with boxwood moth (Cydalima perspectalis) in detail throught country for first time. Within scope studies, detailed field survey studies were carried out to determine latest existing existence regions provinces. The study was 26 (the is definitely 23 provinces, 3 provinces are thought be boxwood) According results obtained from conducted 59 districts 195 which presence information obtained, it determined that remained 29 15 districts. With these results, Turkey's has decreased by 85%, only 15% remains. Due continuing effect moth, serious threat remaining locations. described this pionering research on matter. suggest urgent protection genetic reseources Turkey.