Growing at the arid edge: Anatomical variations in leaves are more extensive than in stems of five Mediterranean species across contrasting moisture regimes
Asaf Alon,
Neta Ginzburg,
Hanita Zemach
et al.
Abstract:PremiseIncreasing aridity in the Mediterranean region affects ecosystems and plant life. Various anatomical changes in plants help them cope with dry conditions. This study focused on anatomical differences in leaves and xylem of five co‐occurring Mediterranean plant species namely Quercus calliprinos, Pistacia palaestina, Pistacia lentiscus, Rhamnus lycioides, and Phillyrea latifolia in wet and dry sites.MethodsStomatal density, stomatal length, leaf mass area, lamina composition, percentage of intercellular … Show more
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