What are Mycorrhizae and Why are They Important?

If you've ever heard the term mycorrhiza when talking about cannabis cultivation and wondered "what is a mycorrhiza and why is it important?", Growlobby is here to answer your question.

Mycorrhizae are microorganisms that function as a root biostimulant in cultivation, meaning they improve the roots of our cannabis plants, allowing them to increase productivity, growth, and nutrient absorption. Additionally, as a natural element, it helps our plant produce more and with better quality, whilst being respectful to the environment.

Our cannabis plants, like many other plant species, live in symbiosis with soil fungi. When the mycelium of a fungus forms a symbiotic association with the root of the plant, a mycorrhiza is formed.

What are the advantages of mycorrhizae?

When the symbiotic association occurs, the benefits are mutual for both the fungus and the root of our plants. For the root system of our cannabis plant, the main benefit is that it receives water and other nutrients from the fungus, whilst also facilitating their absorption. Additionally, it will improve the system

For the fungus making this association, it's beneficial because it receives vitamins and carbohydrates that it couldn't assimilate on its own, but thanks to the photosynthesis of our plants, it's able to do so.

What is the function of mycorrhizae?

Therefore, its function is simple: alongside the cannabis fertiliser we use for our cultivation, it will improve the quality of the plant's root system so that it can absorb more oxygen and nutrients, and consequently it will grow healthier and more vigorous, and the quality of the plant's buds will improve noticeably. Additionally, by improving the root system, you'll notice that the roots of our plants penetrate and anchor better to the soil than before.

Nowadays, many growers still wonder why mycorrhizae are important. The answer is simple: when looking for a root stimulator or any other product for our plant, although many may promise great things, creating a system through natural products remains one of the most valued achievements in the sector. Our results will be noticeably different and it's a perfect complement for our cultivation.

Among the important functions of mycorrhizae:

• Improves the absorption, decomposition and availability of nutrients, especially phosphorus, a nutrient that is difficult for plants to absorb.
• Improves the plant's response to water stress situations.
• Increases the plant's defences against soil diseases and pests.
• Increases water absorption.

The combination of organic fertilisers with microorganisms will guarantee the quality of our cultivation. Many fungi, microorganisms and other natural organisms will guarantee success in cultivation, helping to prevent diseases, improving the root system, and with many more benefits.

Recommendations for the use of mycorrhizae

Our recommendation when using mycorrhizae is that the product is distributed properly throughout the soil in which we're going to plant. This product is compatible with other fungicides, but some systemic ones may reduce its benefits, so we recommend that you apply these foliar rather than directly to the soil.

If you have any questions about mycorrhizae and their use, feel free to search through our product information sheets or contact us if you can't find what you're looking for.