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Shapeshifting plant roots rely on a balance of anatomy, metabolism, and microbes to maximize survival
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Scientists have identified the mechanisms that allow plants to change their root anatomy to maximize survival when nutrients are scarce.
The findings could pave the way for developing new ways to improve beneficial plant-microbe interactions in agriculture.
Key facts
- Reported by Phys.org and published Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:00:01 UTC.
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