James W. Dalling

Jan 9, 2024 | nature.com | Alfonso Alonso |Nicolas Castaño |Jerome Chave |James W. Dalling |Alvaro Duque |Vojtech Novotny | +7 more

AbstractMycorrhizae, a form of plant–fungal symbioses, mediate vegetation impacts on ecosystem functioning. Climatic effects on decomposition and soil quality are suggested to drive mycorrhizal distributions, with arbuscular mycorrhizal plants prevailing in low-latitude/high-soil-quality areas and ectomycorrhizal (EcM) plants in high-latitude/low-soil-quality areas.

Dec 7, 2023 | sciencedirect.com | James W. Dalling

Section snippetsSeed dormancy and associated challengesSeeds play a key role in plant propagation and the maintenance of species within ecosystems. Seed germination serves as the foundational step in plant propagation, underscoring the importance of delving into the physiological facets of germination and seed organization (El-Maarouf-Bouteau, 2022). Notably, seed dormancy stands as a significant trait capable of modifying the plant germination process.