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mycorrhizal

American  
[mahy-ker-ahyz-uhl] / ˌmaɪ kərˈaɪz əl /

adjective

  1. Botany. relating to, having the characteristics of, or involving mycorrhiza.


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Scientists often describe mycorrhizal networks as one of Earth's circulatory systems because they transport carbon, nutrients, and water throughout underground ecosystems.

From Science Daily Jun. 15, 2026

Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, commonly called AM fungi, form mutually beneficial relationships with approximately ~70% of plant species worldwide.

From Science Daily Jun. 15, 2026

The Park Service is interested in exploring ways to improve the success of its restoration projects and would be open to trying soil mycorrhizal treatment, a spokesperson wrote in an email.

From Los Angeles Times May 19, 2026

There, mycorrhizal fungi attach to the cells of a plant’s roots and spread out threadlike filaments, searching for nutrients and water to supply to the plant in return for carbon.

From Los Angeles Times May 19, 2026

A mycorrhizal fungus has cells that surround or even go into the roots of a plant.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan

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