Glob Chang Biol May 2018 PMID 29265499

Long-term increases in tropical flowering activity across growth forms in response to rising CO and climate change.

Stephanie Pau, Daniel K Okamoto, Osvaldo Calderón, S Joseph Wright

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The overall discourse highlights a cautious acknowledgment of tropical plant growth, with mentions of the IPCC report's low confidence in drought trends, indicating a mindset of skepticism or limited engagement with the broader climate implications. The tone and choice of words suggest a superficial engagement, focusing on observable plant growth rather than deep impacts or detailed scientific analysis.

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The discussions are somewhat neutral, with some posts acknowledging the findings but expressing skepticism about broader climate impacts.

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The posts show mild interest, primarily focusing on specific observations like tropical plants growing better, rather than deeply analyzing the research.

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Comments are fairly surface-level, without in-depth analysis or detailed critique of the study's methodologies or implications.

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The discussions suggest limited perceived impact, mainly reflecting on observational claims rather than shifting opinions or policies.

Abstract in brief

  • Mounting evidence suggests that human-induced climate change is altering plant species composition in tropical forests, with a focus on a 28-year study of tropical flower phenology.
  • An increase in flower activity is mainly linked to rising atmospheric CO levels, which have a much stronger effect on flowering compared to other climate factors like rainfall and solar radiation.
  • While flowering activity has decreased for lianas and canopy trees in the last decade, some species like midstory trees and shrubs continue to see increases, potentially lasting until limited by nutrients or further climate changes.

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DonKeiller
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IPCC report. Low confidence in increased drought frequency. https://t.co/XhfsYtoMaD Tropical plants growing better.https://t.co/dCMgiSAnvz https://t.co/4ihGh1lUvp

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DonKeiller
@KeillerDon · X

IPCC report. Low confidence in increased drought frequency. https://t.co/XhfsYtoMaD Tropical plants growing better.https://t.co/dCMgiSAnvz https://t.co/4ihGh1lUvp

Mar 31, 2019 · 21,948 followers View post →