What Are Overstory Trees?

The overstory consists of giant emergent trees that tower above the surrounding canopy. ... These trees live in a different climate from the trees of the canopy. The air is much drier and moderately strong winds blow through their branches.

What does overstory mean?

1 : the layer of foliage in a forest canopy.

What is the difference between overstory and understory?

Overstory: Uppermost canopy layer, including emergent, dominant and codominant trees. ... Understory trees: Lowermost canopy layer including seedlings, saplings and other small trees.

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