Roots

Thirsty holm oaks lose 21% more carbon through their roots

Once rehydrated, holm oaks have a large capacity for recovery thanks to their high adaptation to the Mediterranean climate. The release of organic compounds into the soil represents a considerable loss of carbon for the holm oak and also modifies the microbial community, which may lead to additional effects on the tree.

Carbon Catherine preece @en Climate change Drought Exudates Exudation Geu @en Holm oak Josep peñuelas @en Microorganisms Roots S-clima @en Soil Tree physiology @en Water