Abstract
The reaction of the photosynthetic system of a sclerophyllous tree of the Mediterranean region ( Quercus ilex) to three temperature levels (one ambient and two sublethal) was analysed monthly for 1 year. Measurements were carried out on leaves less than 3 months old as well as on leaves older than 3 months by laser-induced chlorophyll fluorescence. Treatments were: control (unheated), 50°C for 30 min, and 60°C 10 min. Both for unheated and treated leaves the vitality index shows a seasonal course depending on the treatments. At 50°C the photosynthetic apparatus of leaves of the two ages is moderately affected. At 60°C the apparatus is severely damaged whatever the season and is unable to recover. The consequences for the management of Q. ilex forests in relation to some thermal stresses are considered.
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