Forest structure matters more than topography in shaping plant diversity in Southern Apennine old-growth forests
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A study in Pollino National Park shows that large trees, complex canopies and deadwood diversity play a major role in shaping vascular plant communities, highlighting the ecological value of one of Italy's most remarkable old-growth forest landscapes.
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