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Meta-sedimentary bedrock as an alternative source of water for forest ecosystems in a Mediterranean climate

Creator:

Zwieniecki, Maciej A.

Abstract:

Evaluation of meta-sedimentary bedrock as a source of stored water available to plants in a mediterranean climate is presented based on: root length distribution (RLD), root morphology, rock water holding capacity and seasonal pattern of water depletion. Studies were performed in southwestern Oregon under young stands of whiteleaf manzanita, ponderosa...

Resource Type:

Dissertation