Holm oak is one of the most abundant tree-forming species in the Mediterranean area,
hosting a great number of fungal species that are fundamental for the functioning of these …

Primary and old-growth forests have been identified as a high priority for biodiversity
conservation and for identifying benchmarks for biodiversity-friendly forestry. However, they …

Weeping cypress is an endemic tree species that is widely planted in China, and the simple
stand structure and fragile ecosystem of its plantation are common issues. Exploring the …

Soil fungal communities play a crucial role in maintaining and regulating ecosystem
functions. The soil fungal structure of different plant communities in forests has been widely …

The enzymatic arsenal of several soil microorganisms renders them particularly suitable for
the degradation of lignocellulose, a process of distinct ecological significance with promising …

Soil fungi play a critical role in the biogeochemical cycles of forest ecosystems. Larix
gmelinii is a strong and important timber tree species, which forms close associations with a …

Kiwifruit vine decline syndrome (KVDS) is characterized by severe root system impairment,
which leads to irreversible wilting of the canopy. Plants usually collapse rapidly from the …

Clear-cutting is a common silvicultural practice. Although temporal changes in the soil fungal
community after clear-cutting have been widely investigated, little is known about stand-level …

Understanding soil dynamics and nutrient cycling is crucial for the sustainable management
of Japanese forests covering 70% of the national land area. These forests are dominated by …

Introduction Forests in the Mediterranean basin are currently in decline. Their resilience has
been eroded as a result of climate change and anthropogenic impacts, making them …