Shade, in ecological sense, is not merely a lack of light, but a multi-faceted phenomenon
that creates new and complex settings for community and ecosystem dynamics. Tolerating …

The number of published meta‐analyses in plant ecology has increased greatly over the last
two decades. Meta‐analysis has made a significant contribution to the field, allowing review …

Stomata regulate rates of carbon assimilation and water loss. Arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM)
symbioses often modify stomatal behavior and therefore play pivotal roles in plant …

The increasing frequency and severity of fire and drought events have negatively impacted
the capacity and success of reforestation efforts in many dry, western US forests. Challenges …

After a period of heavy emphasis on negative interactions, such as predation and
competition, the past two decades have seen an explosion of literature on the role of positive …

Soil salinity often hinders plant productivity in both natural and agricultural settings.
Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal (AMF) symbionts can mediate plant stress responses by …

Despite their importance, how plant communities and soil microorganisms interact to
determine the capacity of ecosystems to provide multiple functions simultaneously …

Mixed conifer–hardwood forests can be more productive than pure forests and they are
increasingly considered as ecosystems that could provide adaptation strategies in the face …

Presently, pearl millet and wheat are belonging to highly important cereal crops. Pearl millet,
however, is an under-utilized crop, despite its superior resilience to drought and heat stress …

Arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) symbiosis can enhance plant resistance to NaCl stress in
several ways. Two fundamental roles involve osmotic and ionic adjustment. By stimulating …