Preferred Term:
natural pruning
Definition:
The natural dying and breaking off of the lower branches of trees due to shading from the upper canopy.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/130712
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