News|Articles|May 30, 2025

Mycorrhizae

Fun fact! Truffles and tree roots have a symbiotic relationship, called mycorrhizae. Click to read more!

Truffles and tree roots have a symbiotic relationship, called mycorrhizae, in which the truffle helps the tree absorb water and nutrients, while the tree photosynthesizes sugar the truffle can feed on.

Source: National Wildlife Federation

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