Ontogenetic changes in ecophysiology are an understudied yet important component of plant adaptation.

The article discusses the importance of understanding ontogenetic changes in plant adaptation. It highlights the significance of developmental transitions and the timing of these transitions in relation to environmental stress. The article emphasizes the need for integration between geneticists, molecular biologists, developmental biologists, and ecologists to gain a comprehensive understanding of how plant development contributes to environmental adaptation. It also explores the impact of environmental factors on the timing of developmental transitions and how these transitions can alter ecological selection. The authors call for further research to improve our understanding of ontogenetic changes in plant ecophysiology and environmental response. [Extracted from the article]