Mycorrhizal networks and distance from mature trees alter patterns of competition and facilitation in dry Douglas-fir forests

Teste, F. P., & Simard, S. W. (2008). Franc. Oecologia, 158, 193–203. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00442-008-1136-5

Through the study, it is found that the mycorrhizal zone is of net benefit for seedling establishment in the proximity of mature, conspecific trees in dry forest ecosystems. Facilitation and competition simultaneously affected Douglas-fir seedlings growing at various distances from within the rooting system of mature Douglas-fir trees.

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Tags: Seedlings, Douglas fir tree, forest ecosystem