B&W microscopic image of AM fungal hyphae (IMAGE) Boyce Thompson Institute Caption Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi extend long filament-like structures called hyphae far out into the soil. The hyphae, which are smaller than a human hair, cultivate their own microbiome. Credit Maria Harrison Usage Restrictions please use proper credit License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.