Black truffle is a mycorrhizal fungus that grows underground in association with tree roots. Several truffle species have commercial value, including Tuber melanosporum (black truffle). Black truffles grow naturally in Mediterranean regions on limy soils under holm oaks and other trees. Successful cultivation requires selecting appropriate host trees, soil characteristics, climate conditions, and cultural practices like pruning, weeding, and irrigation. Black truffles can be a profitable...
