Colonization with non-mycorrhizal culturable endophytic fungi enhances orchid growth and indole acetic acid production.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Symbiotic associations of endophytic fungi have been proved by possessing an ability to produce hormones and metabolites for their host plant. Members of the Orchidaceae are obligate mycorrhizal species but a non-mycorrhizal association needs more investigation for their ability to promote plant growth and produce plant growth hormones. In the present study, endophytic fungi were isolated from the roots of Dendrobium longicornu Lindl., to investigate the root colonizing activity and role in plant growth and development.

Results

Among 23 fungal isolates were identified both by morphological and molecular technique as Penicillium sp., Fusarium sp., Coniochaeta sp., Alternaria sp., and Cladosporium sp. The dominate species were Coniochaeta sp. and Cladosporium sp. Th

SUBMITTER: Shah S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9006483 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature