Effect of simulated acid rain on mycorrhizae of Aleppo pine (Pinus halepensis Miller) in calcareous soil

Abstract

Summary -Mycorrhiza formation and plant growth, in particular root development, of Pinus halepensis were studied in relation to the influence of pH from simulated rain in pot cultures. Four treatments of water (7.5, 6.0, 4.5

Ectomycorrhizal Fungal Associates of Pinus contorta in Soils Associated with a Hot Spring in Norris Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

“…Because of these abilities, EM fungi are used to aid tree growth in programs designed to reclaim habitats altered by factors such as mining, nutrient deposition, and acid rain (11, 17). Thus, it has become increasingly important to determine in situ reactions of EM fungal communities to soil modifications that could inhibit plant growth.Soil pH and temperature can affect EM fungal growth, fruiting body production and distribution, and plant growth and productivity (2,25,35,36,37,43,46). While EM typically form in acid soils, this process can be sensitive to pH values below 3.3 (16).…”

“…Soil pH and temperature can affect EM fungal growth, fruiting body production and distribution, and plant growth and productivity (2,25,35,36,37,43,46). While EM typically form in acid soils, this process can be sensitive to pH values below 3.3 (16).…”