''Rhizopogon luteolus'' is an
ectomycorrhizal
fungus
A fungus ( : fungi or funguses) is any member of the group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds, as well as the more familiar mushrooms. These organisms are classified as a kingdom, separately from t ...
used as a soil inoculant in agriculture and horticulture. It was deliberately introduced into ''Pinus radiata'' plantations in Western Australia after it was observed to improve tree growth.
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Rhizopogonaceae
Fungi described in 1817
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