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Finding the Mother Tree – A Conversation with Suzanne Simard
Emergence Magazine Podcast
The Wood Wide Web: Trees and Fungi Connection
This chapter examines a pivotal study from 1997 that revealed the interconnectedness of trees and mycorrhizal fungi, reshaping our understanding of forest ecosystems. It highlights the concept of the 'Wood Wide Web,' illustrating how trees cooperate through fungal networks for nutrient and carbon exchange, challenging traditional views of competition in forests. The discussion also introduces 'mother trees' and their vital nurturing role, emphasizing the complex interdependence and kin recognition among tree species.
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