trees or stands that have grown past the regeneration stage, but are not yet mature.
characteristic of a lack of maturity; "immature behavior"
not fully developed or mature; not ripe; "unripe fruit"; "fried green tomatoes"; "green wood"
adult past teneral stage but still not with mature coloration; often seen some distance from water.
adult past teneral stage but still not with mature coloration; usually not at water
Fruit is not physiologically mature. Will not ripen when picked, will not store well. Seeds are mature.
In even-aged management, those trees or stands that have grown past the regeneration stage, but are not sufficiently developed to be harvestable (except for thinning operations).
(adj.) Not yet fully developed or grown