Arbuscular mycorrhizal field colonization and nursery responsiveness of the Canary endemic Artemisia thuscula along contrasting volcanic island soils

Key Points

• Endemic Artemisia thuscula shows enhanced growth with increased arbuscular mycorrhizal colonization.
• Nutrient uptake levels were notably higher in plants from volcanic soils compared to other soil types.
• Assessment of nursery responsiveness indicated distinct soil impacts on the species' growth patterns.
• These findings may enable better conservation strategies for endemic species in challenging environments.