Root traits are multidimensional: specific root length is independent from root tissue density and the plant economic spectrum

1. Root, stem and leaf traits are thought to be functionally coordinated to maximize the efficiency of acquiring and using limited resources. However, evidence is mixed for consistent whole-plant trait coordination among woody plants, and we lack a clear understanding of the adaptive value of root t...

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Published in:The Journal of ecology 2016-09, Vol.104 (5), p.1299-1310
Main Authors: Kramer-Walter, Kris R., Bellingham, Peter J., Millar, Timothy R., Smissen, Rob D., Richardson, Sarah J., Laughlin, Daniel C.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Angiospermae
branching
Community composition
community structure
Determinants of plant community diversity and structure
Economics
ectomycorrhizae
fine roots
Herbivores
leaf area
leaf economic spectrum
Leaves
plant density
plant economic spectrum
Plant growth
Plant species
Plant tissues
Planting density
Plants
prediction
root branching
root diameter
root economic spectrum
root tissue density
Roots
Seedlings
soil
Soil fertility
Soils
specific root length
trees
wood economic spectrum
Woody plants
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