| AMFs | Arbuscular mycorrizal fungi |
| CFUs | Colony-forming units |
| CRO | Crude oil |
| IT | Index of toxicity |
| LAs | Linear alkanes |
| NN | Number of nodules |
| RhN | Rhizobium in nodule |
| RhR | Rhizobia in rhizosphere |
| RS | Reproductive stage |
| TLA | Total linear alkanes |
| TPHs | Total petroleum hydrocarbons |
| VS | Vegetative stage |