Ectomycorrhizal (ECM) symbioses are among the most widespread associations between
roots of woody plants and soil fungi in forest ecosystems. These associations contribute …

In the ectomycorrhizal symbiosis between fungi and trees, the fungus completely ensheaths
the tree roots and takes over water and mineral nutrient supply, while the plant supplies …

Symbiosis with ectomycorrhizal (ECM) fungi is an advantageous partnership for trees in
nutrient-limited environments. Ectomycorrhizal fungi colonize the roots of their hosts and …

Highlights•Host-dependent root colonization strategies are a common feature in broad
compatibility.•Gene family expansion and contraction correlate with fungal …

The ectomycorrhizal symbiosis involving trees and soil fungi is a process of major ecological
importance in forest ecosystems. The establishment of an effective symbiosis encompasses …

During the diversification of Fungi and the rise of conifer-dominated and angiosperm-
dominated forests, mutualistic symbioses developed between certain trees and …

Plant-microorganism interactions at the rhizosphere level have a major impact on plant
growth and plant tolerance and/or resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses. Of particular …

Belowground biological interactions that occur among plant roots, microorganisms and
animals are dynamic and substantially influence ecosystem processes. Among these …

Development of ectomycorrhizas involves multiple genes that are implicated in a complex
series of interdependent, sequential steps. Current research into ectomycorrhiza …

Recent years have seen fascinating contributions to our understanding of the molecular
dialogue between fungi and plants entering into arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) symbioses …