The term mycorrhiza is derived from the ancient Greek words mykos, meaning “fungus,” and rhiza meaning “root.” Together, the term translates to “fungus root.” Specifically, mycorrhizae are fungi that ...

‘I saw a post on social media about the importance of mycorrhizae in the soil. Why is it important?” — R.G. As we learn more and more about soil, we become increasingly aware that soil is a ...

If you walk through a forest and look down, you might think you're stepping on dead leaves, twigs and soil. In reality, ...

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When added to plants, these two sources of fungi produced mycorrhizae 72% of the time. Tested commercial products produced mycorrhizae 12% of the time. Products that didn’t produce mycorrhizae ...

Mycorrhizal fungi form one of the most widespread and ancient symbiotic associations with land plants, underpinning critical ecosystem functions. Through intricate mutualistic relationships, these ...

Every year, plants move 3.58 gigatons of carbon to mycorrhizal fungi, their underground partners — enough, in fact, that if it were ice, it would cover 112 million NHL hockey rinks. However, a ...

When added to plants, these two sources of fungi produced mycorrhizae 72% of the time. Tested commercial products produced mycorrhizae 12% of the time. Products that didn’t produce mycorrhizae ...

Since time immemorial, plants and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi have coexisted in a mutually beneficial relationship. The fungi colonize plant roots and help them absorb nutrients.

Scientists use small peptides to enhance symbiosis between plants and fungi, offering a sustainable alternative to artificial fertilizers. Plant biologists discover new plant molecule, CLE16, as ...