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High diversity of root associated fungi in both alpine and arctic Dryas octopetala.
BMC plant biology - 11 Nov 2010
Bjorbækmo Marit Frederikke Markussen, Carlsen Tor, Brysting Anne, Vrålstad Trude, Høiland Klaus, Ugland Karl Inne, Geml Jozsef, Schumacher Trond, Kauserud Håvard
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BACKGROUND: Dryas octopetala is a widespread dwarf shrub in alpine and arctic regions that forms ectomycorrhizal (ECM) symbiotic relationships with fungi. In this study we investigated the fungal communities associated with roots of D. octopetala in alpine sites in Norway and in the High Arctic o...
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