Rhizosphere Interactions
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Introduction
The rizosphere refers to the region of soil near plant roots. Compared to the rest of soil, this area is relatively luxurious- nutrients are more plentiful and bacteria abound. Sylvia et al compare the rizosphere to an oasis.
Soil Environment Associated with Plants
Rhizoplane
Rhizosphere
Physical Environment
Plant Exudates
Microbial Communities
Microbe-Plant Interactions in the Rhizosphere
Azotobacter and Azospirillum, as well as other bacterial species (e.g., Bacillus) produce plant growth-stimulating hormones such as gibberellic and indoleacetic acid.
Inoculants
Soil Properties Around the Rhizosphere
References
- Sylvia, D., Fuhrmann,J., Hartel, P., Zuberer, D. 2005. Principles and Applications of Soil Microbiology. Pearson Education Inc. New Jersey.
Edited by students of Kate Scow
