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

A team co-led by a Purdue University researcher has found that groups of fungi influence global tree species in distinct ways ...

Two life forms living together helped spark the evolution of all complex life. By learning to appreciate this process more ...

A new study published in the Journal of Plant Ecology has found that temperate forest tree species, regardless of their root ...

Mycorrhizal fungi are vital to ecosystems around the world, but remain largely understudied, especially in arid regions. They ...

Another group is called Ectomycorrhizae, making up approximately 10% of the plants. This encompasses the woody species such ...

The understudied mycorrhizal fungi are vital to ecosystems and may prove critical to the survival of fragile deserts stressed by climate change.

Mycorrhizal fungi help regulate the Earth's climate and ecosystems by forming underground networks that provide plants with essential nutrients, while drawing carbon deep into soils. Scientists and ...

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Whether they are dry or fresh, mushrooms are natural sponges and are made up of 85-90% water.” That’s Monotub’s Waine Delaney, and this little explored fact is fast becoming a lifesaver for gardeners ...