Mycorrhizal Fungi

Mycorrhizal fungi are a type of partner fungi that live in a close symbiotic relationship with the roots of plants. This relationship is beneficial for both the fungi and the plants, allowing the fungi to acquire nutrients and water from the soil, and providing the plants with increased access to these nutrients and water. Mycorrhizal fungi are also important for helping plants fight against diseases and parasites, improving plant growth and productivity, and promoting ecological balance. Mycorrhizal fungi are beneficial to plants in many ecosystems, including agricultural systems where they help increase crop yields.