mycorhiza

HOW IT WORKS

What Are Mycorrhizae?

“Myco” and “rhiza” combine to form “mycorrhiza,” signifying the intimate alliance between plants and root fungi. These specialized fungi inhabit plant roots symbiotically, penetrating deep into the soil. Mycorrhizal fungal filaments serve as natural extensions of root systems, excelling in the absorption of nutrients and water beyond the capability of roots alone. A staggering 95 percent of terrestrial plant species engage in this symbiotic bond with beneficial mycorrhizal fungi, a relationship honed over millions of years. These fungi predate the emergence of terrestrial plants, and their partnership facilitated the colonization of arid land, thus fostering life on Earth as we recognize it.

This symbiotic rapport revolves around the plant’s capacity to generate carbohydrates via photosynthesis, sharing a portion of these sugars with the fungus in exchange for essential water and nutrients sourced by the extensive network of mycelial hyphae. It represents a reciprocal exchange of resources between two species, epitomizing a classic symbiotic mutualism. Endomycorrhizal fungi depend on the plant, while the plant’s vitality and resilience are bolstered by the presence of the fungus.

Benefits of Mycorrhizae?

There exists a wealth of documented advantages that mycorrhizal fungi offer to plants. The primary benefits they extend to professional growers encompass Root System Enhancement, Enhanced Nutrient Efficiency, and Augmented Water Absorption & Utilization.

Root System Growth

Nutrient Efficiency

Water Absorption

Advantages of VAM (Bio fertilizer) to Plants

What are the Different Types of Mycorrhizal Fungi?

2 Major Types of Mycorrhizal Fungi

Endomycorrhizal Fungi

Ectomycorrhizal Fungi

Other(s)

  • Brassica Family is non-mycorrhizal
  • Ericaceae and Orchids have specific species of mycorrhizal fungi ( less commercially available)

Examples of Ectomycorrhizal Fungi:

  • Glomus intraradices
  • Rhizophagus intraradices
  • Rhizophagus irregularis
  • Glomus mosseae
  • Funneliformis mosseae
  • Glomus aggregatum
  • Claroideoglomus claroideum
  • Glomus etunicatum
  • Claroideoglomus etunicatum
  • Glomus deserticola
  • Glomus clarum
  • Glomus monosporum
  • Paraglomus brasilianum
  • Gigaspora margarita

Examples of Ectomycorrhizal Fungi:

  • Rhizopogon villosulus
  • Rhizopogon luteolus
  • Rhizopogon amylopogon
  • Rhizopogon fulvigleba
  • Pisolithus tinctorius
  • Suillus granulatus
  • Laccaria bicolor
  • Laccaria laccata
  • Scleroderma cepa
  • Scleroderma citrinum

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