“…In the case of roots, we cannot estimate root water content remotely. However, and consistent with recent studies (Nardini et al, 2020), the predictive power of root RWC highlights the importance of root functioning and integrity during drought. Both RWC and water potential can be remotely sensed (Cohen, Alchanatis, Meron, Saranga, & Tsipris, 2005; Zhang, Zhou, Gentine, & Xiao, 2019).…”