Microclimate is integral to the modeling of plant responses to macroclimate.

Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A

Climate Adaptation Flagship, Ecosystem Sciences, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization, Canberra, ACT 2601, Australia.

Published: April 2014


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