Micorrhizae?

Question

could sum1 plz explain why plants roots benifit from fungi?

does this mean that mushrooms are good 4 plants?

Answer 1

Yes, mycorrhizal fungi aide the plant in gathering nutrients from the break down of organic matter and passes from the hyphae ( mushroom roots) to the roots of the plant. Also, its been shown that mushroom hyphae are also responsible for keeping parasitic nematodes in check by ensnaring and then digesting them. this is known as a symbiotic relationship.

But, in general its been known that some fungi are responsible for killing trees and plants, such as the honey mushroom and fungi in the genus phytophthora amongst others.