The Level II aggregated forest soil condition database links soil physicochemical and hydraulic properties with long-term observations of forest condition in Europe

摘要: Aggregated, consolidated, and derived soil physicochemical data of 286 ICP Forests Level II plots were completed with hydraulic properties for integrated use forest monitoring data. Database access should be requested at . Metadata associated available The database is one the most comprehensive ecosystem datasets in Europe contains accumulated results more than two decades harmonised all over Europe. aim this paper to share knowledge on broader among scientists. After standard analysis, quality checks, aggregation, calculation variables (e.g. nutrient stocks, base saturation, C:N ratio, water retention parameters), have been gathered into a static (AFSCDB.LII.2.2), which will updated new versions as soon measurements become available. provides basis combined evaluation up 130 unique dynamic tree growth, ground vegetation, foliar chemistry, crown condition, phenology, leaf area index, ozone injury, litterfall, solution deposition, ambient air quality, meteorological assessed same plots. unprecedented comprehensiveness level detail newly aggregated may overcome existing restrictions so far impeding realisation large-scale studies