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July 07, 2026 at 07:29 PM
Tall Trees Were Thought to Be More Vulnerable to Drought. But These Towering Plants in Southeast Asia Have Adapted to Move Water Efficiently
Source:
Smithsonian Magazine
A new study reveals that enormous dipterocarp trees in Southeast Asia possess unique adaptations, allowing them to efficiently transport water and thrive despite drought conditions.
trees
drought adaptation
scientific discovery
plant physiology
Southeast Asia