A Standardized Morpho-Functional Classification of the Planet’s Humipedons

It was time to take stock. We modified the humipedon classification key published in 2018 make it easier and more practical. This morpho-functional taxonomy of topsoil (humipedon) only available English; we also translated into French Italian. A standardized humipedons (roughly top 30–40 cm soil: organic organomineral surface horizons) would allow for a better understanding functioning soil ecosystem. paper provides founding principles humus systems forms. With recognition few diagnostic horizons, all can be determined. The forms that up these are revealed by measuring thicknesses horizons. In final part article, several figures represent screenshots mobile phone or tablet application allows fast recall elements field. article attempts promote global shared management at planet level.