fetch3.scaling.calc_xylem_cross_sectional_area#

calc_xylem_cross_sectional_area(DBH_cm, active_xylem_depth_cm)#

Calculate xylem cross-sectional area from DBH and active xylem depth

Parameters:

  • DBH (float or array) – Diameter at breast height [cm]

  • active_xylem_depth (float or array) – Active xylem depth [cm]

Returns:

xylem_cross_sectional_area – Cross-sectional area of active xylem [m2]

Return type:

float or array