mycorhiza
/ˌmaɪkəˈraɪzə/
noun
- A beneficial association between a fungus and the roots of a plant, where both organisms help each other get nutrients.
- Gardeners sometimes add fungi to the soil to encourage mycorhiza and help plants grow stronger.
- Many trees in the forest rely on mycorhiza to absorb water and minerals from the soil.
- Without mycorhiza, most plants would struggle to survive in poor soil conditions.