Mycorrhizal Association

Mycorrhizal association is a natural partnership between fungi and plant roots. The fungi colonize the roots and extend their filaments into the soil, effectively acting like an additional root system. This relationship benefits both: plants receive enhanced access to water and nutrients, especially phosphorus, while fungi get carbohydrates produced by the plant through photosynthesis. These connections improve plant growth, health, and resilience, and are vital for many ecosystems' productivity. Essentially, mycorrhizal associations are mutually beneficial symbioses that help plants and fungi thrive together underground.