endophytic
/ˌɛndoʊˈfɪtɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of an endophyte; living inside a plant.
- The endophytic fungus helps the host plant absorb nutrients from the soil.
- Researchers are studying the endophytic relationships in rainforest ecosystems.
- Many endophytic bacteria protect plants from harmful diseases.
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