Fig. 3. Global and local determinants of tree density.
Results of the structural equation model (SEM) fitted to tree density values taking into consideration mean diameter at breast height (MDBH), Net Primary Productivity (NPPc), Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC), and plot size, an exogenous variable included as a statistical controlling factor. Both NPP and CEC depends on latitude and are considered global factors. Solid arrows represent significant effects while dotted arrows denote non-significant relationships. Red arrows represent negative effects whereas black arrows do so for positive effects. All estimates are included in the figure as standardized estimates.