Relict trees driving international cooperation, research and conservation - The example of Zelkova spp. (Ulmaceae)

This paper provides an overview of the key research findings gathered and pilot conservation activities initiated over the past five years, with a focus on the two Mediterranean species. As with other initiatives in the framework of the Global Trees Campaign (globaltrees.org) dedicated to saving the world's most threatened woody plants, it highlights the collaborative, multidisciplinary nature of the conservation efforts needed, to secure the values and benefits provided by rare, relict species for future generations