Lei Wang et al. explored whether #SoilWaterAvailability alters the impact of #Plant-soilFeedback (PSF) on #InvasivePlant growth and #FoliarHerbivory.

#GrowthTraits | #NutrientUptake

https://doi.org/10.1093/jpe/rtaf044

💧 #SoilWater ➡️ #Plant_soilFeedback (PSF) ➡️❓plant growth and #FoliarHerbivory🌳

Results:
1️⃣ Water content affects Leaf mass per area and leaf area consumption rate;
2️⃣ Water content⬇️, foliar herbivory⬇️;
3️⃣ Effect: soil water content > PSF

#NutrientUptake | #InvasivePlants

https://doi.org/10.1093/jpe/rtaf044