What is a tree in the Mediterranean Basin hotspot? A critical analysis
Abstract Background Tree species represent 20% of the vascular plant species worldwide and they play a crucial role in the global functioning of the biosphere. The Mediterranean Basin is one of the 36 world biodiversity hotspots, and it is estimated that forests covered 82% of the landscape before t...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2019-03-01
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Series: | Forest Ecosystems |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40663-019-0170-6 |