Polyester microfibres are similar in shape to small plant roots, and they may have a detrimental impact on soil properties that is similar to the effects of drought
Source:
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2265877-microplastic-fibres-affect-plants-by-impacting-soil-as-much-as-drought/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home