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SOUTH THAILAND PLANTATIONS
SOUTH THAILAND PROVINCES INCLUDE
Songkhla
Nakhon Si Thammarat
Surat Thani
Trang
Phatthalung
Satun
Pattani
Yala
Narathiwat
THE RUBBERWOOD CLONING TYPES THAT ARE PREFERRED TO PLANT IN SOUTHERN THAILAND
These clones are often optimized for high latex yield, wind resistance, and disease tolerance, since storms and fungal issues are more frequent in the south.
| Clone Name | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| RRIM 600 | Still common due to stability and adaptability. Moderate latex and good wood. |
| RRIT 251 | Favored for high latex + decent timber. Performs well in wet southern climates. |
| RRIM 3001 | Hybrid clone. Excellent growth speed and wind resistance. Increasing in new plantations. |
| PB 260 | Popular for latex-focused plantations. Medium timber value. |
| RRIT 226 | Good for replanting areas. Disease resistant, balanced latex and timber potential. |
| GT 1 | An older but reliable clone. Good latex yield, fair timber quality. Still seen in many older plantations. |