How does water move through plants to get to the top of tall trees? Here we describe the pathways and mechanisms driving water uptake and transport through plants, and causes of flow disruption.

The uptake of water can be measured using a potometer. Under normal circumstances, the rate of water uptake gives a measure of the rate of transpiration. A simple potometer is a piece of capillary ...

and the genes that are responsible for that play an important role in helping the plant create a root system that is optimized for efficient water uptake," said José Dinneny, the study's senior ...

Discover how Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) enhance crop health by expanding nutrient uptake beyond the root zone. Learn about AMF's role in improving soil biology, supporting sustainable ...