Nitrogen fixer

'Nitrogen fixer' refers to plants that host symbiotic microorganisms in nodules among their roots that "fix" nitrogen gas from the air by combining it with carbon to make amino acids and related molecules. Includes most members of the pea or bean family (Fabaceae), plus certain other species.[1]

## See also[edit]

* Permaculture
* Leguminous plants
* Support species
* List of gardening topics

## References[edit]

1. ↑ Toby Hemenway, "Gaia's Garden \- A Guide to Home-Scale Permaculture ". 2nd. White River Junction, Vermont: Chelsea Green Publishing, 2009. Print. p. 287. Amazon.com

## External links[edit]

* Permaculture Principles and Design Video Series with Jack Spirko
* PermaEthos Reading list (login/membership may be required)