Climate of origin shapes variations in wood anatomical properties of 17 Picea species.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Variations in hydraulic conductivity may arise from species-specific differences in the anatomical structure and function of the xylem, reflecting a spectrum of plant strategies along a slow-fast resource economy continuum. Spruce (Picea spp.), a widely distributed and highly adaptable tree species, is crucial in preventing soil erosion and enabling climate regulation. However, a comprehensive understanding of the variability in anatomical traits of stems and their underlying drivers in the Picea genus is currently lacking especially in a common garden.

Results

We assessed 19 stem economic properties and hydraulic characteristics of 17 Picea species grown in a common garden in Tianshui, Gansu Province, China. Significant interspecific differences in growth and ana

SUBMITTER: Yang X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11100223 | biostudies-literature | 2024 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature