Their root system allows for efficient resource sharing from "summary" of The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben
In the dense forest, trees are not solitary individuals. They are interconnected through an underground network of roots that enables them to communicate and support each other. This root system allows trees to share resources such as water, nutrients, and information. Through this network, trees can help each other survive and thrive in challenging environments. One way trees share resources is through a symbiotic relationship with fungi. These fungi form mycorrhizal networks with tree roots, extending the reach of the trees' roots and facilitating the exchange of nutrients. In return, the fungi receive sugars produced by the trees through photosynthesis. This mutualistic relationship benefits both parties and enhances the resilience of the entire forest ecosystem. Trees also communicate and support each other by sending chemical signals through their roots. For example, when a tree is under attack by insects, it can release chemical compounds into the soil that warn neighboring trees of the impending danger. In response, neighboring trees may increase their production of defensive chemicals to protect ...
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