What is a Rhizotron?
A Rhizotron [Greek, from rhiza, root] is an enclosure or exclosure with at least one transparent panel that allows for non-invasive viewing of underground processes, specifically root systems.
Where is it?
![[image:] Exterior view of Rhizotron entrance.](local-resources/images/rhizotron_exterior.jpg)
The Houghton Rhizotron is an underground facility with 24 windows looking out into northern forest soils. This facility is one of two in the world located in a northern forest ecosystem.
Last Modified: 01/18/2007