Rhizosphere microbiomes are shaped by root exudation of diverse organic compounds. Here, the rhizoSMASH algorithm is introduced, which maps microbial genes involved in their consumption, allowing ...

As part of an investigation to boost agricultural yields and develop crops that are resilient to climate change, Berkeley Lab scientists have introduced RhizoNet, a computational tool that harnesses ...

Researchers have discovered that bacteria from the plant microbiota are adapted to their host species. They show how root-associated bacteria have a competitive advantage when colonizing their native ...

When looking at forests, we hardly get to see beyond a bunch of green. However, for a plant ecologist, forests represent a much more complex world consisting of different species. This diversity of ...

African dream root is an herb native to South Africa. Traditionally, people used the plant’s roots to treat several health conditions. In addition, the Xhosa people of South Africa used the roots to ...

People can take the root of the valerian plant Valeriana officinalis as a supplement. Valerian root may have a sedative effect and reduce anxiety, making it a popular natural remedy for sleep problems ...