CODIT why are some trees better than others?

[Gravityalwayswins]

Hi all

 

looking into CODIT, some trees can compartmentalise better than others, excluding variables such as tree vigour, health and location. does anyone know why some species CODIT better than others?

 

thanks in advance

[Adam M]

different strategies. think about differences between oak and willow. which one relies more upon codit? what advantages does each species have over the other?

[daltontrees]

Because they have evolved that way. To succeed in their niche. Disposable fast colonisers vs repairable long-stay.

[detritus21]

Some trees will try to outgrow the problem such as willow and poplar rather than expend energy undertaking CODIT. Its a bit of a flawed plan but if the tree reaches a maturity where reproduction is efficient the particular tree species will survive.

[Gravityalwayswins]

So, it could be said that more advanced trees such as oak, will CODIT better as they rely on it to continue growing. rather than trees like willow or birch (faster growers) that will just try and outgrow the infection?

 

Just a thought, birch trees are considered as pioneer species, could it be in their DNA not to CODIT, so that they don't last forever, therefore leaving space for other trees to grow as they fall over?