Ecological roles of leaf-inhabiting fungi and their host-associated predictors: a review

Key Points

• Leaf-inhabiting fungi play significant ecological roles in nutrient cycling and biodiversity maintenance within microhabitats.
• Fungal diversity is influenced by host-associated predictors such as leaf traits and environmental conditions, highlighting complex interactions.
• The review provides insights into how microhabitats contribute to the ecological roles of leaf-inhabiting fungi across various ecosystems.
• Understanding these dynamics emphasizes the importance of preserving diverse leaf-inhabiting fungi for ecosystem health.