Photosynthesis by leaves and acquisition of water and minerals by roots are required for plant growth, which is a key component of many ecosystem functions. Although the role of leaf functional traits ...

Aims Our aim was to explore the way that root system type affects mycorrhizal growth response of plants. Methods An extensive meta-analysis with 943 peer-review publications was conducted to test the ...

The importance of the mycorrhizal symbiosis to plant growth has led to a large body of research into their formation and function, yet there are critical unanswered questions. Scientists have ...

Mycorrhizal fungi grow on and around plant roots and form a symbiotic relationship with plants, transporting nutrients and ...

How do mycorrhizal fungi help plants communicate? What are mycorrhizal fungi benefits? Learn about how mycorrhizal fungi help roots absorb nutrients and fight off predators in exchange for nutrients.

Researchers have discovered that certain leaf metabolites can be used as markers for mycorrhizal associations. Mycorrhizal fungi facilitate the plants' nutrient uptake and help them thrive under ...

Spores inoculating roots sounds like something out of a science fiction movie. Yet a healthy soil contains multitudes of fungal spores that establish relationships with the root systems of plants.

By Owen Reeder A recent study suggests that mushrooms could be used to make electronic components. Owen Noble/ Visual Editor Have you ever found yourself swamped in emails or thousands of ...