Studies of genetic variation underlying traits related to drought tolerance in forest trees are of
great importance for understanding their adaptive potential under a climate change …

In view of the predicted changing environmental conditions, the question arises whether the
important tree species European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) will be adaptable to the future …

In the course of global climate change, Central Europe is experiencing more frequent and
prolonged periods of drought. The drought years 2018 and 2019 affected European …

Key message European beech presents intraspecific variations in drought resistance
strategies that are mediated by the amount of precipitation in the habitat. Abstract Climate …

Rapidly decreasing water availability as a consequence of climate change is likely to
endanger the range of long-lived tree species. A pressing question is, therefore, whether …

Despite the ecological and economic importance of European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.)
genomic resources of this species are still limited. This hampers an understanding of the …

Intraspecific genetic variation in drought response is expected to play an important role in
determining the persistence of tree populations in global change as it (1) allows for …

As boreal forests face significant threats from climate change, understanding evolutionary
trajectories of coniferous species has become fundamental to adapting management and …

European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) is one of the most important deciduous tree species in
Central Europe. The potential of beech to adapt to climate change, higher temperatures, and …

Norway spruce (Picea abies) is by far the most important timber species in Europe, but its
outstanding role in future forests is jeopardized by its high sensitivity to drought. We …