ArticleFrontiers in plant science2025
Comparative analysis of morphological traits and photosynthetic parameters as well as carbon accumulation characteristics of six typical shrub species in the Qilian Mountains.
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Introduction: Shrubs are key components of arid ecosystems, and their functional traits directly influence ecological adaptability and productivity. Current research pays insufficient attention to the synergistic relationship between the overall morphological structure and leaf physiological functions of shrubs. This study focused on six typical shrub species in the arid zone of the Qilian Mountains, aiming to analyze interspecific differences in functional strategies from a "morphology-photosynthesis" synergy perspective. Methods: We selected six typical shrub species (e.g., Results: The results showed that: (1) Morphologically, Discussion: By integrating leaf-scale carbon assimilation potential estimates with whole-plant carbon storage measurements, this study systematically revealed the scale-decoupling phenomenon and established a more rigorous framework for assessing shrub carbon sinks. The findings demonstrate significant diversity in the synergistic differentiation of morphological and photosynthetic traits as well as carbon accumulation strategies among arid-zone shrubs. Vegetation restoration should select corresponding functional species based on objectives such as rapid carbon accumulation or stress adaptation, providing theoretical support and practical guidance for ecological restoration and carbon sink enhancement in arid regions.
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