Deep subsurface water can sustain giant sequoias
New research indicates that giant sequoias in Yosemite National Park survive dry summers by accessing deep subsurface water stored in weathered bedrock. This discovery suggests that these trees have more extensive root systems than previously understood.
Why it matters
Understanding how giant sequoias manage water stress is critical for conservation efforts in the face of climate change and drought.
Communications Earth & Environment ( 2026 ) Cite this article
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