Exogenous myristate fuels the growth of symbiotic arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi but disrupts their carbon-phosphorus exchange with host plants
H. Chen, T. Xiong, B. Guan, J.-q. Huang, D. Zhao, Y. Chen, H. Liang, Y. Li, J. Wu, S. Ye, T. Li, W. Shu, J.-t. Li, Y. Wang
This study shows that exogenous myristate supports AMF growth but reduces phosphorus transfer to host plants, suggesting it may hinder symbiosis.
bioRxiv · Apr 26, 2024 · PreprintEcology