The Science Behind Optimal Resource Height

Physiological coordination between plant height and xylem hydraulic traits is aligned with habitat water availability across earth's terrestrial biomes, according to a new study. The optimal strategy is plasticity in response to local conditions. Mar 6, 2019 · physiological coordination between plant height and xylem hydraulic traits is aligned with habitat water availability across earth's terrestrial biomes, according to a new study. Water must be transported long distances in tall plants, resulting in increasing hydraulic resistance, which may place limitations on the maximum plant height (hmax) in a given. Jun 13, 2011 · we present a model that predicts local maximal tree height across the entire continental united states, in good agreement with data.

The height to which trees can. Jun 13, 2011 · we present a model that predicts local maximal tree height across the entire continental united states, in good agreement with data.