Protocorms of an epiphytic orchid (Epidendrum amphistomum A. Richard) recovered in situ, and subsequent identification of associated mycorrhizal fungi using molecular markers

Epiphytic orchids have received considerable study, yet little has been published on their germination requirements in situ involving mycorrhizal fungi. Such research has been hampered by the small, dust-like size of seeds and leafless seedlings (protocorms) which are difficult to pinpoint on natura...

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Main Authors: Lawrence W. Zettler, Laura L. Corey, Larry W. Richardson, April Y. Ross, Lillian Moller-Jacobs
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Karolinum Press 2012-02-01
Series:European Journal of Environmental Sciences
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Online Access:http://ejes.cz/index.php/ejes/article/view/58