What does "edaphology" mean?

The ecological relationship of soil with plants, and land cultivation practices.

What is a synonym for "edaphology"?

Common synonyms include: edaphic ecology, soil ecology.

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The ecological relationship of soil with plants, and land cultivation practices. uncountable

From Ancient Greek ἔδαφος (édaphos, “ground”) + -logy. By surface analysis, edapho- + log + -y or edaph- + -olog + -y or edaph- + -o- + log + -y.