Species- and genus-level patterns in elemental accumulation of forest mushrooms

Key Points

• Elemental accumulation varies significantly among different mushroom species, indicating unique ecological roles.
• Mushrooms from specific genera show similar accumulation trends, defining genus-level patterns of elemental dynamics.
• Analysis across multiple forest sites revealed consistent trends in how mushrooms accumulate elements from their environment.
• These findings may inform ecological studies and monitoring of forest health and nutrient cycling.