Basidiomycete mycelia in forest soils : dimensions, dynamics and roles in nutrient distribution

John W. G. Cairney

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    Abstract

    Basidiomycete mycelia are ubiquitous in forest soils where they fulfil a range of key ecological functions. Population studies, based largely on basidiome collections, indicate that mycelia of many ectomycorrhizal and saprotrophic basidiomycetes can spread vegetatively for considerable distances through soil, but the extent to which these become physically or physiologically fragmented is unclear. This review considers aspects of the distribution, dynamics and translocatory activities of individual basidiomycete mycelia in forest soil, highlighting current gaps in our understanding and possible ways to address these.
    Original languageEnglish
    Number of pages14
    JournalMycological Research
    Publication statusPublished - 2005

    Keywords

    • Basidiomycetes
    • Forest soils
    • Mycelium
    • Soil ecology

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