Leaf Morphology Shift of Three Dominant Species along Altitudinal Gradient in an Alpine Meadow of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau

Zhong, Mengying; Wang, Jianxun; Liu, Kesi; Wü, Ray; Liu, Yuehua; Wei, Xiaoting; Pan, Duo; Shao, Xinqing

doi:10.3161/104.062.0409

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“…While these results do not support the hypothesis, previous studies have revealed varying trends in SLA and LDMC across elevational gradients (Zhong et al 2014). The reason for this deviance from the hypothesis could be due to the genotype of E. pauciflora not allowing for significant phenotypic plasticity in regards to SLA or LDMC.…”

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Analysing phenotypic variation in Eucalyptus pauciflora across an elevation gradient in the Australian Alps

Young¹,

Andrew²,

Lee³

et al. 2017

Researching Functional Ecology in Kosciuszko National Park

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Research related to the phenotypic plasticity of species that face rapidly changing conditions in the near future, such as those in the Australian Alps, is extremely important for ecological conservation efforts. Eucalyptus pauciflora is a species found throughout much of the Australian Alps. In this paper, the phenotypic plasticity exhibited by the species in terms of tree height and leaves across an elevation gradient was studied to gain insight into how the species is able to survive in such a range of conditions. Height and leaf size decreased with elevation, chlorophyll content (a measure of photosynthetic potential) increased, while specific leaf area (indicative of investment in photosynthesis and growth) and leaf dry matter content (indicative of investment in structural strength) showed no significant trends across the elevation range. These results give insight into the phenotypic plasticity of E. pauciflora, and provide information on how the ecosystem may respond to climate change in the future.

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Analysing phenotypic variation in Eucalyptus pauciflora across an elevation gradient in the Australian Alps

Young¹,

Andrew²,

Lee³

et al. 2017

Researching Functional Ecology in Kosciuszko National Park

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“…In an ecosystem the paths and whereabouts of the elements may be influenced in a specific manner by organism activity [25]. Also, elevation differences can lead to corresponding changes in environmental factors such as temperature, precipitation, and soil type, which makes the growing environment of plants more complex [26]. In this connection, the present study was undertaken with the objectives of: …”

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Chromium and Nickel Accumulation by Plants Along an Altitudinal Gradient in Western Carpathian Secondary Spruce Stands

Kuklová¹,

Kukla²,

Gašová³

2016

Pol. J. Environ. Stud.

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Our research was realized in segments of 80-year-old secondary spruce ecosystems selected in the buffer zone of Slovenský raj NP (western Carpathians). The vertical transect (635-1,110 m a.s.l.) consisted of three localities with six geobiocoenological plots. The Cr contents (mg kg R. idaeus, D. dilatata, S. ovatus, S. virgaurea) rooted in surface horizons of Cambisols were higher than 1, thus pointing at the impact of soil contamination. Cr TC higher than 1 were found for D. dilatata (2.4) and V. myrtillus (1.1.-3.6) rooted in the surface horizons of Podzols, indicating the better bio-accumulation ability of these plants.

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“…The C improved with increased altitude. It is probably because there is relatively lower soil temperature in higher altitude, which causes slower decomposition rate of soil C (Zhong et al 2014). The results showed that nitrogen (N) accumulation at study sites was relatively stable (3.9-6.5 mg/g).…”

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Effect of altitude and age of stands on physiological response of three dominant plants in forests of the Western Carpathians

Hniličková¹,

Kuklová²,

Hnilička³

et al. 2016

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The objective of research was to evaluate physiological reaction of dominant plants (Fagus sylvatica, Dryopteris filix-mas, Rubus idaeus) taking advantage of the altitudinal variations in the area of the Slovenský raj National park (Western Carpathians). Secondary spruce stands are the current edificators of phytocoenoses between the ages of 10-15 and 80-100 years, in undergrowths with a mix of naturally regenerated beech and fir. Nutrient contents in top soils followed the change of conditions, such as climate and soil type. The concentrations of available Ca and Mg were relatively fluctuated (CV 44-55%) and decreased with increased altitude. On the other hand, K and P concentrations (CV 38-41%) improved with increased altitude. Results of physiological characteristics of plants showed variations between species in rate of photosynthesis (P n ), rate of transpiration (E) and maximum quantum efficiency of photosystem II (F v /F m ). Effect of altitude appears inconclusive in species monitored and their measured parameters, with the exception of P n in R. idaeus a D. filix-mas. Influence of better light conditions in younger stands was proved in the values of F v /F m for F. sylvatica.

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Leaf Morphology Shift of Three Dominant Species along Altitudinal Gradient in an Alpine Meadow of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau

Cited by 23 publications

References 22 publications

Analysing phenotypic variation in Eucalyptus pauciflora across an elevation gradient in the Australian Alps

Analysing phenotypic variation in Eucalyptus pauciflora across an elevation gradient in the Australian Alps

Chromium and Nickel Accumulation by Plants Along an Altitudinal Gradient in Western Carpathian Secondary Spruce Stands

Effect of altitude and age of stands on physiological response of three dominant plants in forests of the Western Carpathians

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