Open AccessVanilla aerial and terrestrial roots host rich communities of orchid mycorrhizal and ectomycorrhizal fungi
Author(s) -
Johnson Lynnaun J. A. N.,
GónzalezChávez Ma. del Carmen A.,
CarrilloGonzález Rogelio,
PorrasAlfaro Andrea,
Mueller Gregory M.
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
plants, people, planet
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2572-2611
DOI - 10.1002/ppp3.10171
Subject(s) - biology , mycorrhizal fungi , botany , mycorrhiza , ecology , symbiosis , inoculation , horticulture , genetics , bacteria
Vanilla planifolia is the source of the spice vanilla. This study is part of an international initiative to study the biology, including mycorrhizal fungi and cultivation practices of vanilla to improve its production in Mexico. The study focused on documenting mycorrhizal fungal diversity in vanilla. It also provided preliminary data on differences in mycorrhizal fungal communities associated with cultivation practices. A richer mycorrhizal community was observed in vanilla growing in a wild natural farm compared with those from a highly managed farm. Our research provides insights for sustainable vanilla production that can benefit Mexican farming communities.