Poplar is a short‐rotation woody crop frequently studied for its significance as a sustainable
bioenergy source. The successful establishment of a poplar plantation partially depends on …

It is believed that resource exchange, which is responsible for intensified growth of
ectomycorrhizal plants, occurs in the fungus–plant interface. However, increasing evidence …

Ectomycorrhizae (ECMs) are a highly context‐dependent interactions that are not always
beneficial for the plant host, sometimes leading to a decrease in plant growth. However, the …

The biological function of the plant-microbiome system is the result of contributions from the
host plant and microbiome members. The Populus root microbiome is a diverse community …

During ectomycorrhizal symbioses, up to 30% of the carbon produced in leaves may be
translocated to the fungal partner. Given that the leaf response to root colonization is largely …

The cultivation of poplar trees is hindered by persistent cropping challenges, resulting in
reduced wood productivity and increased susceptibility to soil-borne diseases. These issues …

Populus species and hybrids (poplars, aspens, cottonwoods, etc.) are important trees in
forestry and landscaping, whereas Populus trichocarpa is an internationally accepted model …

Interactions among plants and soil microbes can significantly influence plant communities,
yet we understand little about how hybridization of plant species might alter these …

Through their roots, trees interact with a highly complex community of microorganisms
belonging to various trophic guilds and contributing to tree nutrition, development, and …

There is an increasing interest in using plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) to
improve hybrid poplar performance under water stress conditions. We assessed the growth …