Ecology Letters (2012) 15: 393–405 Abstract Increasing drought is one of the most critical
challenges facing species and ecosystems worldwide, and improved theory and practices …

Amazonian droughts are predicted to become increasingly frequent and intense, and the
vulnerability of Amazonian trees has become increasingly documented. However, little is …

Eucalyptus is a plant frequently present and cultivated in arid regions because of its high
adaptation to drought. Furthermore, it is known by its numerous species which represents a …

In broad terms, plants adapt to drought either by decreasing water loss (reduced stomatal
conductance) or by maintaining water uptake. The latter process is facilitated within plant …

Climate change is escalating the water crisis worldwide, leading to unpredictable water
availability and water scarcity, which is among the main environmental factors affecting plant …

Range shifts are among the most ubiquitous ecological responses to anthropogenic climate
change and have large consequences for ecosystems. Unfortunately, the ecophysiological …

In woody plants, photosynthetic capacity is closely linked to rates at which the plant
hydraulic system can supply water to the leaf surface. Drought‐induced embolism can cause …

Understanding which hydraulic traits are under genetic control and/or are phenotypically
plastic is essential in understanding how tree species will respond to rapid shifts in climate …

The water potential at turgor loss point (Ψtlp) has been suggested as a key functional trait for
determining plant drought tolerance, because of its close relationship with stomatal closure …

Urban planners and other stakeholders often view trees as the ultimate panacea for
mitigating urban heat stress; however, their cooling efficacy varies globally and is influenced …