Trees communicate and share resources through underground fungal networks
the verdict
SUPPORTED
the evidence backs this
confidence 89/100
Trees utilize underground fungal networks to transport nutrients and share resources, supporting forest community dynamics.
Evidence for · 2
Mobilization and transfer of nutrients from litter to tree seedlings via the vegetative mycelium of ectomycorrhizal plants
2000 · cited by 159
Demonstrates that fungal mycelium can mobilize and transfer nutrients between different organic substrates and tree seedlings.
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Prosperity of the commons: Generalist mycorrhizal species dominate a mixed forest and may promote forest diversity by mediating resource sharing among trees
2022 · cited by 5
Indicates that generalist mycorrhizal networks can mediate resource sharing among trees and contribute to forest community ecology.