The nutrient scavenging abilities and low carbon demand for this tiny fungus makes it exceedingly suitable for engaging in this unique liverwort mutualism. Usually, lower plants engage in mutualisms with AMF. This new study reveals that highly specialized higher fungi adapted to a symbiotic lifestyle with ericoid plants can also form relationships with lower plants. This highlights the adaptability of both organisms, further revealing the importance of taking advantage of services your neighbor can provide.