Symbioses between plants and fungi are essential for most plants. Fungal structures known as mycorrhizae extend the area from which plants can draw water and nutrients from the soil. In return, plants supply the fungi with carbohydrates produced through photosynthesis.

Source: [Phys.org](https://phys.org/news/2026-08-underground-fungal-networks-3d-view.html)

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