Unravelling plant functional trait-based responses of different forest types in Western Himalaya

Key Points

• Plant functional traits drive ecological responses across different forest types in the Western Himalaya, affecting biodiversity levels.
• The study shows significant variations in plant traits among different forest ecosystems, indicating unique adaptive strategies.
• Data was collected from various forest types in the Western Himalaya, highlighting their functional traits and ecological interactions.
• The findings underscore the importance of plant traits in understanding forest dynamics, suggesting further research is needed for conservation.