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The Diversity of Root-Associated Endophytic Fungi from Four Epiphytic Orchids in China
Root-associated endophytic fungi (RAF) are found asymptomatically in almost all plant groups. However, little is known about the compositions and potential functions of RAF communities associated with most Orchidaceae species.
Tao Wang +5 more
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The inselbergs of the Central Highlands of Madagascar are one of many ‘micro-hotspots’ of biodiversity on the island, particularly for Orchidaceae. In this region are several genera that have a large number of endemic species that are in serious decline ...
Kazutomo Yokoya +7 more
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Tree diversity and species identity effects on soil fungi, protists and animals are context dependent [PDF]
Plant species richness and the presence of certain influential species (sampling effect) drive the stability and functionality of ecosystems as well as primary production and biomass of consumers. However, little is known about these floristic effects on
A Jumpponen +119 more
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Effective dispersal of fern spore and the ecological relevance of zoochory
ABSTRACT The mechanisms of fern dispersal are under‐studied and there are few data to support the vectors assumed to drive patterns of sporophyte occurrence and speciation. Although wind is generally the fern spore dispersal vector described in the literature, there has always been competing evidence supporting alternate vectors.
James M. R. Brock
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Using orchid mycorrhizal fungi to facilitate orchid recovery projects is considered to be an effective method for orchid conservation. In this study, we used ex situ seed baiting to isolate fungi to assist seed germination in Paphiopedilum spicerianum, a
Wen-Ke Yang +4 more
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Structural plasticity in root-fungal symbioses: diverse interactions lead to improved plant fitness [PDF]
Root-fungal symbioses such as mycorrhizas and endophytes are key components of terrestrial ecosystems. Diverse in trophy habits (obligate, facultative or hemibiotrophs) and symbiotic relations (from mutualism to parasitism), these associations also show ...
Abbott +180 more
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In order to germinate in nature, orchid seeds depend on mycorrhizal fungi to provide them carbohydrate, vitamins and growth factors for germination. The benefit of orchid mycorrhiza can potentially be applied to commercial propagation of orchids. This study compared the effectiveness of five isolates of the orchid mycorrhizal fungus Epulorhiza sp ...
Pratchya Swangmaneecharern +2 more
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1156. Orchis patens Desf. subsp. brevicornis (Viv.) Asch. & Graeb.
Summary Orchis patens is described and illustrated. It is a species with a narrow disjunct distribution in the Mediterranean basin, and its populations have suffered declines over the past half‐century. We summarise its nomenclature, detailed morphology, cytology, symbiotic mycorrhizal associations, pollination biology, seed micromorphology, evolution ...
Jacopo Calevo +2 more
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The Evolution of Diversity [PDF]
Since the beginning of time, the pre-biological and the biological world have seen a steady increase in complexity of form and function based on a process of combination and re-combination.
Beckley, Colin, Bonillas, Ute
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1155. Himantoglossum adriaticum H.Baumann
Summary Himantoglossum adriaticum is described and illustrated here as one of Europe's largest terrestrial orchids, bearing spectacular spiral‐tailed flowers with a characteristic goat‐like scent. Endemic to the central and northern Adriatic region but scattered as far north as Hungary, its fragmented populations have declined through habitat loss and ...
Jacopo Calevo +2 more
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