Effects of mycorrhizal dominance on species diversity and carbon stock in a large temperate forest region

Key Points

• Increased mycorrhizal dominance leads to enhanced species diversity and carbon stock in forest ecosystems.
• Our findings indicate a 25% greater carbon storage in areas with higher mycorrhizal presence.
• Observational analysis across a large temperate forest region highlights the interconnectedness of mycorrhizal networks and plant diversity.
• These results call for more attention to mycorrhizal effects in forest management strategies, particularly for carbon sequestration.