Abstract
In view of the possible applications of ectomycorrhizae to forestry, this paper discusses the important functions of ectomycorrhizae, the conditions affecting their formation, and methods for the production and application of inoculum. A rationale for selecting appropriate ectomycorrhizal fungi and considerations in selecting sites where ectomycorrhizal seedlings should be planted are presented. Suggestions are also made on encouraging the use of ectomycorrhizal technology. A cost–benefit analysis of inoculation is done.
Keywords
EctomycorrhizaeReforestationEctomycorrhizaMycorrhizal fungiEctosymbiosisBiologyInoculationMycorrhizaAgroforestryForestryBotanyHorticultureSymbiosisGeography
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- 20
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- 4
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- 438-451
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Bradley R. Kropp,
C. G. Langlois
(1990).
Ectomycorrhizae in reforestation.
Canadian Journal of Forest Research
, 20
(4)
, 438-451.
https://doi.org/10.1139/x90-061
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- 10.1139/x90-061