Bark Water Storage Plays Key Role for Growth of Mediterranean Epiphytic Lichens

Epiphytic lichens are a characteristic feature of many forests around the world, where they often cover large areas on stems and branches. Recently, it has been found that lichens may contribute substantially to carbon and nutrient uptake in forests. Moreover, they have a large influence on intercep...

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Main Authors: Philipp Porada, Paolo Giordani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-04-01
Series:Frontiers in Forests and Global Change
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/ffgc.2021.668682/full