Effects of a deep container on morpho-functional characteristics and root colonization in Quercus suber L. seedlings for reforestation in Mediterranean climate

Chirino, Esteban; Vilagrosa, Alberto; Hernández, Encarni I.; Matos, A. P. de; Vallejo, V. Ramón

doi:10.1016/j.foreco.2008.05.035

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“…In our study, morphological traits related to the structure of the root system showed a significant correlation with plant functional traits. This is in agreement with many studies evidencing the close relationship between root system development and aboveground physiological responses (Norby et al 2001;Filella and Peñuelas 2003;Trubat et al 2006;Chirino et al 2008). Root structure, root soil colonization, and root:shoot ratio are important for evaluating hydraulic limits in the soil-leaf continuum (Davis et al 1998;Sperry et al 2002), and thus play an important role in the species' performance.…”

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Morphological traits and water use strategies in seedlings of Mediterranean coexisting species

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The distribution of plants is associated with their different patterns of response to their environment. Mediterranean plants have evolved a number of morphological and physiological adaptations that determine their ability to survive and grow, being an effective water uptake and use important factors for drought resistance. In this article, we evaluated interspecific differences in morphology, biomass allocation, and architectural traits and their relationship with water use strategies in seedlings of seven co-occurring Mediterranean species (Anthyllis cytisoides L., Genista scorpius L. DC., Myrtus communis L., Pistacia lentiscus L., Rosmarinus officinalis L., Spartium junceum L. and Ulex parviflorus Pourr.). The results showed that morphological root features vary among species and they are significantly correlated with root hydraulic conductance and leaf gas exchange variables. Species with high specific root length (SRL) showed a low hydraulic conductance per root length (K RRL ) but high specific hydraulic conductance (K As ). M. communis and P. lentiscus showed the most contrasting water use patterns with respect to the other species studied. The results are not affected when considering phylogenetic relatedness. Thus, the variability observed in root hydraulic properties and leaf gas exchange suggests important mechanisms for understanding species coexistence in water-limited ecosystems.

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“…The capacity for water transport from soil to leaves is highly dependent on root architecture (Addington et al 2006;Chirino et al 2008), which is important in both determining how plants respond to water availability and in setting maximum rates of gas exchange (Brodribb and Feild 2000;Hubbard et al 2001).…”

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“…Finally, according to the average diameter root data, weed control treatments (particularly herbicide and cultivation) appeared to be associated with the development of strong main roots, conferring a certain advantage for metabolic reserves and also for water access due to root penetration into deep soil layers (Chirino et al 2008, Grossnickle 2012.…”

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Is tree shelter protection an effective complement to weed competition management in improving the morpho-physiological response of holm oak planted seedlings?

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“…Modification of characteristics, such as container size or configuration (Chirino et al 2008;Morrissey et al 2010;Pinto et al 2011), may produce alternative stocktypes more tolerant to drought or browsing. Specific propagation techniques that promote morphological and physiological attributes to enhance cold and drought resistance, for example, have been shown to improve seedling survival on harsh sites (Villar-Salvador et al 2004;Grossnickle 2012).…”

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Restoring forests: What constitutes success in the twenty-first century?

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Forest loss and degradation is occurring at high rates but humankind is experiencing historical momentum that favors forest restoration. Approaches to restoration may follow various paradigms depending on stakeholder objectives, regional climate, or the degree of site degradation. The vast amount of land requiring restoration implies the need for spatial prioritization of restoration efforts according to cost-benefit analyses that include ecological risks. To design resistant and resilient ecosystems that can adapt to emerging circumstances, an adaptive management approach is needed. Global change, in particular, imparts a high degree of uncertainty about the future ecological and societal conditions of forest ecosystems to be restored, as well as their desired goods and services. We must also reconsider the suite of species incorporated into restoration with the aim of & Douglass F. Jacobs

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Effects of a deep container on morpho-functional characteristics and root colonization in Quercus suber L. seedlings for reforestation in Mediterranean climate

Cited by 113 publications

References 36 publications

Morphological traits and water use strategies in seedlings of Mediterranean coexisting species

Morphological traits and water use strategies in seedlings of Mediterranean coexisting species

Is tree shelter protection an effective complement to weed competition management in improving the morpho-physiological response of holm oak planted seedlings?

Restoring forests: What constitutes success in the twenty-first century?

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