Borneo's giant trees hold the secret to drought resistance, scientists find

New research on Borneo's forests reveals that the largest trees are more drought-resistant than previously assumed, contradicting the long-held belief that giant trees are especially vulnerable to water shortages. Scientists found the relationship between tree size and drought resilience to be far more complex than earlier models suggested. The findings could inform strategies for supporting vegetation as droughts become increasingly severe worldwide.

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