Occurrence of endogonaceous spores in soil samples from selected vegetations in Terengganu

Abstract

To date, there are only a number of mycorrhizal researches done in the tropics. Furthermore, mycorrhizal fungi play important roles in natural ecosystems and agriculture. It was found that mycorrhizal fungi could enhance phosphorus and increase the mineral nutrient uptake of their host plant. A survey was done to determine the occurrence of Endogonaceous spores in selected soil samples in Terengganu. Results were positive.