Liana
A liana is a long-stemmed, woody vine that climbs and twists around trees in tropical and subtropical forests to reach sunlight. These plants play a crucial role in supporting biodiversity by creating habitats and pathways for wildlife, but in modern ecology, they're also seen as potential competitors that can stress host trees during deforestation events.
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In the Amazon rainforest, lianas can make up to 25% of the total forest biomass, far more than previously thought, which helps them store massive amounts of carbon and support diverse ecosystems. Research from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute reveals that these vines have increased by 150% in some areas due to climate change, potentially altering global forest dynamics.
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