Variation in Stem Xylem Traits is Related to Differentiation of Upper Limits of Tree Species along an Elevational Gradient

The distribution limits of many plants are dictated by environmental conditions and species’ functional traits. While many studies have evaluated how plant distribution is driven by environmental conditions, there are not many studies investigating xylem vessel properties with altitude, an...

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Main Authors: Da Yang, Ai-Ying Wang, Jiao-Lin Zhang, Corey J. A. Bradshaw, Guang-You Hao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-03-01
Series:Forests
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/11/3/349