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
Organisms Inhabiting the Rhizosphere
Faunal Populations
Movement of Microflora in the Rhizosphere
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.
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