The species is an integral component in maintaining soil stability of forest watershed hydrology, leading the tree to symbolize strength, perseverance, and …show more content…
For example, increases in temperature or precipitation changes may more likely favor the pathogen’s survival and simultaneously decrease the tree’s energy, thus decreasing the ability to defend themselves against pathogens. Increased drought is especially troubling for white pine, because excessively drained soils increase stress (15). Alternatively, high soil moisture is also a major stressor on white pine, resulting in the decreased vigor of tree species that are effected in these conditions