Preferred term
ectomycorrhiza
Is replaced by
Definition
- [Henderson's] n. type of mycorrhiza in which the fungal hyphae form a superficial covering and do not extensively penetrate the root. It is found on both coniferous and broadleaved forest trees, the infecting fungi being chiefly higher basidiomycetes.
Broader concept
Entry terms
- ectomycorrhizae
- ectomycorrhizal fungi
- ectomycorrhizas
Scope note
- MS Academic Keywords
URI
http://vocabs.lter-europe.net/EnvThes/msa0362